Benefits:

Other Benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

About the Role:

Have you worked in an administrative role or a business management position and found yourself interested in working in the HR field? Northern Lights Painting Co is looking for a bilingual HR Coordinator / Translator (Portuguese-English) to join our team in Stoneham, MA. This is a unique and vital role that bridges our workforce by supporting HR operations while ensuring clear, effective communication across our diverse team. We are open to hiring administrative professionals with a desire to learn the HR field! If you're passionate about people, fluent in both Portuguese and English, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary Portuguese-English translator for employee communications, documents, and meetings

Support day-to-day HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, and employee recordkeeping

Assist with recruiting efforts including posting jobs, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews

Act as a liaison between management and Portuguese-speaking employees to ensure clear communication

Translate HR policies, safety guidelines, and training materials from English to Portuguese

Help maintain compliance with employment laws and company HR policies

Support payroll processing and timekeeping administration as needed

Additional Human Resources tasks as needed

Requirements:

Fluent in both Portuguese and English (written and verbal) — required

Fluency in Spanish is also helpful as a third language, but not required

1-3 years of experience in Human Resources OR business administration or management, or a related field

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a people-first mindset

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or HR software platforms

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information

Experience in the construction or trades industry is a plus, not required

Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment regulations is a plus, not required

About Us:

Northern Lights Painting Company is a trusted painting contractor serving the greater Boston area and New England, known for delivering high-quality residential painting services with professionalism and care. Our customers love us for our attention to detail and reliability, and our employees value the supportive, team-oriented culture we've built. We're proud of our diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We have a small office team and we'd love to have the right person join us.