Human Resources Manager

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Human Resources Manager will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources department including recruitment and selection, benefit administration, employee relations, performance, training, and ensuring compliance with Firm policies and practices. This position will also provide support in an office management role on an as needed basis.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Partner with the leadership team to execute the Firm's human resource and talent strategy as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning

Collaborate with Managing Partner and Firm management to resolve employee relations issues

Provide support and guidance to assigned HR staff, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as, managing conflict with co-workers, managing the FMLA process, providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, providing guidance on determining disciplinary actions, and terminations

Serve as a liaison between the Firm, brokers, and external benefit vendors, which may include health care, disability, and retirement plan providers; execute annual benefits open enrollment, communicate enrollment changes to insurance companies and to accounting for employee payroll deductions

Coordinate onboarding and orientation for all new employees

Develop, recommend and implement personnel policies and procedures

Manage the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and selection of qualified applicants; collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for open positions

Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the Firm attracts and retains top talent

Coordinate the employee separation process

Manage the performance review process, including modification of job descriptions as needed

Develop support staff learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees

Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review and modify policies and practices to maintain compliance; advise Firm management on potential impact and needed actions

Maintain and handle all attorney CLE compliance and administration

Demonstrate a high level of ethical conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive personnel information

Perform other related special projects and duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of EEO, ADA, FMLA and related employment laws and guidelines, and human resource management concepts

Knowledge of modern management principles and best practices

Strong attention to detail

Ability to effectively manage, gain buy-in, and guide change through significant challenges while achieving Firm goals and objectives

Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimal direction; follow up on own initiative

Ability to quickly learn and integrate new technical skills and knowledge; seek out avenues to enhance technical skills

Ability to prioritize, organize workflow, and use time efficiently

Ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment and to pivot quickly, responding with flexibility to changing priorities and work demands

Ability to act with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations

Possess strong customer service orientation; proven ability to work and communicate with all levels of internal and external clients

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in human resources management, counseling, or business administration with increasing supervisory responsibilities

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred

PHR / SPHR or SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP highly desired

Experience managing direct reports

Advanced Microsoft Office suite

Experience with CRM, HRIS, or related software required

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.