HR Coordinator

Morgan Lewis • Boston, MA

253d • $67,400 - $107,825 • Hybrid

About The Position

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world's leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a HR Coordinator. Reporting to the Manager, Human Resources Business Partner, this position supports various practice groups in the overall strategic planning, implementation and administration of Human Resources policies, procedures, programs, and functions. The HR Coordinator will ensure compliance with the firm's policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations. Morgan Lewis recognizes the benefits of supporting flexible working arrangements. This position can reside in any one of our Philadelphia, New York, Washington DC, and Boston offices with a hybrid working model.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in HR or a related field required.
• Minimum two years of related experience, Human Resources focused experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and solid written and verbal communications skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with HRIS and/or Workday systems preferred.
• The ability to work occasional overtime when needed and occasional regional office travel is required.

Responsibilities

• Gain a strong understanding of the relevant practice groups and HRBP team and develop a meaningful relationship with the attorneys and staff within assigned groups.
• Be regularly available to offer HR support to attorneys, assist in advisement on personnel issues, and stay knowledgeable on happenings within assigned groups.
• Organize and update tracking systems and documents and proactively seek ways for the HRBP and team to be more efficient.
• Communicate, administer, and interpret personnel policies and procedures to attorneys; provide Human Resources policy guidance and interpretation.
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day of attorneys to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist with the voluntary and involuntary separation processes, including being responsible for processing departures and all relevant logistics.
• Assist with coordinating and conducting introductory and 45-day check-in meetings with newly hired attorneys; identify and raise issues to HRBP as needed.
• Liaise with attorneys or business staff to provide support as requested.
• Prepare Workday notifications for all attorney actions and updates.
• Work with Shared Services Coordinator (SSC) to ensure HRIS transactions are processed timely and accurately.
• Assist attorneys with systems-related questions and efficiently generate relevant reports.
• Assist HRBP with the 45-day, mid-year and annual performance review processes for assigned groups including organizing meeting logistics, compiling necessary materials, and being available for on-site support for all performance evaluation meetings.
• Monitor reviews and distribute materials as needed; help attorneys with evaluation systems training and issues.
• Perform HR reviews of attorney and professional staff performance evaluations.
• Process necessary compensation, ratings, bonus adjustments and promotions.
• Liaise with Local HR, Attorney Recruiting, Talent Acquisition and/or Compliance departments to ensure personnel records are received and filed appropriately.
• Support the HRBP with ensuring bar membership compliance and employment verifications.
• Assist with processing promotions, reduced schedule arrangements, office transfers, concurrent employment after hire, etc.
• Monitor attorney leaves, including participation in relevant calls and distribution of applicable memos and communication.
• Provide assistance to HRBP, the larger HR team and practice groups on various special projects, as needed.
• Be available to effectively field and answer a variety of questions, including but not limited to payroll, benefits, vacation, hours, etc.
• Liaise with HRBPs and centers of excellence including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Compliance, HRIS and Compensation to provide support as needed in areas such as performance evaluations, transaction requests, employee relations, recruiting, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Equal employment opportunity
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree