Human Resources Director

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Director with law firm background to join our team. The Human Resources Director is responsible for overseeing all HR functions, including employee benefits, open enrollments, employee relations, recruiting, compliance, and organizational development.Hybrid ScheduleOnsite 1-2x per weekSalary: $130,000 - $140,000Direct HireResponsibilities: Functions as a primary liaison between firm and practice group leadership, attorneys and staff and other members of the HR team.Serves as lead Talent Acquisition Partner for lateral attorneys and professional exempt staff.Identifies new opportunities where HR can add value including employee engagement and retention strategies, new hire integration efforts, strategic staffing plans and enhancing firm culture.Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to attorneys, supervisors and staff (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions, identifying performance gaps and addressing training needs). Effectively applies performance management to ensure that employees' level of performance and capabilities meet current and future standards.Develops, revises and implements employee policies and procedures and answers nonroutine requests for information on policy interpretation.Develops methods and procedures for compiling and analyzing data and metrics for internal/external reports and special projects.Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations. Investigates complaints, makes recommendations and implements corrective action. Conducts disciplinary and/or termination meetings as needed. Engages firm employment counsel as necessary.Serves as a lead on the annual performance review process for assigned practice group(s)/department(s) by participating in meetings, reviewing evaluations, and working with leadership on compensation, adjustments, and performance issues.Liaises with other HR and Operations personnel to provide support as needed in areas such as leaves, benefits, HRIS implementation and augmentation, specific HR projects as well as participating in functional and cross-functional initiatives.Qualifications:Law firm experience is required Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field7+ years of progressively responsible human resources leadership experienceSHRM certified or willing to be certifiedStrong knowledge of employment law, benefits administration, employee relations, recruiting and HR compliance.Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communications skills

Created: 2024-11-07