Human Resources Specialist

HR Specialist (Remote – Türkiye) Company: Avsar Construction Location: Remote (Türkiye) About the Role Avsar Construction is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Specialist to support full-cycle recruitment and day-to-day HR operations in a fully remote contractor role. This position is responsible for sourcing and interviewing candidates, coordinating the hiring process, supporting onboarding activities, and assisting with HR administrative functions including benefits administration and payroll support. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates professionally in English, and can effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced remote environment. This role requires strong recruiting experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with hiring managers and internal teams. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting initial interviews, coordinating interviews, and maintaining candidate communications. Prepare candidate submittals, offer letters, and employment documentation while maintaining accurate records in ATS and HRIS systems. Track recruitment activity, update recruiting databases, and build talent pipelines to support current and future hiring needs. Support onboarding activities including new hire orientation, background checks, I-9 verification, and employee file management. Assist with employee benefits administration, including benefits enrollment, changes, terminations, open enrollment support, and responding to employee benefit inquiries. Coordinate with benefits providers and employees to ensure accurate and timely processing of medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefit programs. Provide payroll support by reviewing timesheets, tracking attendance, assisting with payroll processing, and ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance with company policies. Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company HR regulations and confidentiality standards. Assist with HR administrative functions including policy updates, report generation, audits, employment verifications, and document management. Support employee relations efforts by responding to employee questions, escalating concerns appropriately, and promoting a positive work environment. Assist with performance management processes, employee engagement initiatives, and training coordination. Prepare HR and recruitment reports, metrics, and workforce data for management review. Collaborate with hiring managers and HR leadership to support workforce planning and staffing initiatives. Participate in special HR projects and provide general departmental support as needed. Qualifications Minimum 2–4 years of experience in recruiting, talent acquisition, or HR. Strong experience sourcing candidates through LinkedIn and other recruiting platforms. Knowledge of HR administration, employee onboarding, benefits administration, and payroll support processes. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. Please note that the interview process will be conducted in English. Experience conducting professional interviews in English. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and recruitment tools. Ability to work independently in a remote environment. Working hours will be based on US TIME ZONES (Pacific Time) Preferred Qualifications Experience recruiting for public sector, construction, engineering, or professional services positions. Experience working with U.S.-based HR operations, clients, and/or candidates.