Human Resources Manager – Law Firm

A prestigious law firm is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join its team. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with firm leadership, influence HR strategy, and play an integral role in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded HR professional who enjoys both the strategic and hands-on aspects of human resources, brings strong employee relations experience, and thrives in a collaborative, professional services environment.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted HR business partner to firm leadership, managers, and employees, guiding employee relations, performance management, and workplace matters.
Manage full-cycle recruiting for business professionals, including workforce planning, sourcing, interviewing, offer development, onboarding, and offboarding.
Partner with leadership on talent management, succession planning, employee development, and retention initiatives.
Oversee employee relations matters, including performance concerns, workplace investigations, coaching, and performance improvement plans.
Administer employee leave programs, ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and firm policies.
Partner with Compensation, Benefits, and Payroll leadership on HR initiatives, competitive offers, and internal equity.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and recommend policy and procedure updates.
Manage daily HR operations while identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiencies, and employee experience.
Support employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive, professional workplace culture.
Maintain employee records, HR policies, and procedures while assisting with departmental budgeting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field required.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
Strong experience in employee relations, performance management, and workplace investigations.
Proven background in full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition.
Knowledge of employment laws, leave administration, and HR compliance.
Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office; UKG Pro experience is a plus.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and build trusted relationships at all levels.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.