HR Manager

Butler & College, LLC • Ocean Isle Beach, NC

3d • $55,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Butler & College seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager to support the firm's rapid growth and multi-office expansion across South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. The HR Manager will be responsible for managing personnel matters, employee relations, recruitment, benefits administration, and—most critically—enforcing firm policies and procedures consistently across all locations. This role is essential to maintaining a professional, compliant, and high-performing organization as we scale our operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of human resources experience in a professional services, law firm, or corporate environment
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment law, including FMLA, ADA, Title VII, wage and hour laws, and NC/SC/GA employment statutes
• Experience recruiting, hiring, and onboarding across multiple locations or organizations
• Experience managing leave administration (PTO, maternity leave, medical leave, FMLA) and benefits programs
• Demonstrated ability to enforce policies fairly and consistently; comfort with difficult conversations and disciplinary situations
• Proficiency with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) software and applicant tracking systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear, professional HR documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to manage multiple personnel matters simultaneously
• Professional discretion and ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding personnel matters
• Problem-solving skills and ability to handle sensitive interpersonal issues professionally
• Familiarity with multi-office/multi-location HR administration
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel between office locations may be required)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification preferred, or willingness to obtain within first year
• HR experience in a law firm environment
• Experience with payroll administration and benefits enrollment
• Knowledge of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia employment law
• Experience with performance management systems and 360 reviews
• Familiarity with ATS (Applicant Tracking System) platforms like Greenhouse, Workable, or similar
• Experience managing remote or distributed teams
• Knowledge of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives and inclusive hiring practices
• Experience with HR compliance audits and policy documentation
• Background in employee training and development

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard new employees across all office locations; develop and refine recruitment strategies to attract top talent in legal and operational roles
• Manage employee leave administration, including paid time off (PTO), sick leave, maternity leave, medical leave, and other statutory/company benefits; maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with federal and state leave laws
• Coordinate maternity leave, paternity leave, and other family/medical leave requests; draft leave agreements and manage communication with employees during their absence
• Enforce existing firm policies and procedures consistently and fairly across all employees and locations; address policy violations promptly and document all enforcement actions
• Conduct employee relations meetings regarding policy compliance, performance concerns, behavioral issues, and other personnel matters; serve as mediator for interpersonal conflicts
• Handle employee complaints, grievances, and disciplinary matters; investigate concerns and recommend or implement disciplinary action (up to and including termination)
• Draft, revise, and maintain comprehensive HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks; ensure all policies are compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Manage benefits programs, including health insurance, 401(k) administration, workers' compensation, and other employee benefits; serve as primary point of contact for benefits questions
• Maintain all personnel files and HR records in accordance with legal requirements; ensure confidentiality and proper documentation of all personnel decisions
• Conduct wage and hour compliance reviews; ensure compensation practices comply with FLSA, state minimum wage, and overtime regulations
• Develop and implement employee training programs on firm policies, harassment/discrimination prevention, and other required topics
• Manage performance evaluations and goal-setting processes in collaboration with managers and partners
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and analytics on hiring, retention, turnover, compensation, and other HR data
• Serve as primary HR contact for all employees; respond to HR inquiries professionally and in a timely manner
• Coordinate with outside counsel, accountants, and benefits administrators on HR-related matters
• Maintain awareness of changes in employment law and ensure firm policies remain compliant
• Support all office locations with consistent HR administration and policy enforcement

Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off (PTO)
• paid holidays
• professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED