HR Coordinator/Recruiter

Legends Global

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach.

Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues.

The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career.

Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!

The Role

The Human Resources Coordinator supports the overall HR function at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. This role plays a key part in fostering positive employee experience through effective recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment & Staffing

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate pre-screening, interview scheduling, reference checks, and offer letters – full applicant life cycle.
• Partner with department managers to assess staffing needs and support recruitment efforts.
• Represent GCCC at career fairs and community hiring events to attract a diverse candidate pool.
• Build and maintain relationships with local schools, workforce development organizations, and community partners to strengthen recruitment pipelines.
• Recruit for and facilitate two or more interdepartmental internship programs each year, partnering with department managers to develop intern schedules and meaningful departmental rotations.

Onboarding & Orientation

• Guide new team members through the onboarding process to ensure a welcoming, informative experience.
• Conduct New Hire Orientation sessions and ensure new team members understand company policies, culture, benefits, and available resources.
• Maintain accurate, organized personnel records, including Form I-9 documentation and E-Verify compliance records.

Employee Benefits Administration

• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits questions, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and other benefits offered by Legends and ASM Global.
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment and qualifying life event changes.

General HR Support

• Maintain and update HRIS systems to ensure employee data is accurate and current.
• Support employee engagement and wellness initiatives through participation in workplace committees.
• Support payroll processing by accurately reporting employee status changes.
• Open to various projects needed throughout the year for development and/or improvement for department or venue.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service and the principle that “The Magic is in the Details.”
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or deemed necessary by Human Resource Manager.

SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems; experience with ADP, UltiPro, ABI, Workday or similar platforms a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Working understanding human resource principles, practices and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in an HR support role, ideally in hospitality, events, or a fast-paced guest-forward service environment.

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

Working Conditions

Location: On Site – Greater Columbus Convention Center – Columbus, Ohio

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of walking venue, when applicable.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.