Human Resources Manager
About The Position
Under the direction of the Human Resources leadership team, the Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic advisor and trusted consultant to assigned administrative departments. The role partners with department leaders to align people strategies with business objectives and provides practical guidance on employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, performance management, compensation, employee engagement, workforce planning, and policy interpretation. The HR Manager is a key liaison between business leaders and Human Resources. The position proactively identifies opportunities to strengthen organizational effectiveness, develop talent, support leaders, and enhance the employee experience while ensuring compliance with firm policies and applicable employment laws. This exempt position is based in the DC or LA office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum 6–8 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 5 years in an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Employee Relations, or similar strategic HR role.
- Strong background in employee relations, talent management, performance management, compensation, and organizational consulting.
- Sound business judgment and a consultative approach, with the ability to provide practical guidance to leaders and stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships across diverse groups.
- Strong employee relations, conflict resolution, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and competing deadlines.
- Trusted, professional, and discreet, with a strong commitment to confidentiality.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
Nice To Haves
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
- Experience supporting leaders in a law firm environment; experience in professional services, consulting, or a similarly complex environment will also be considered.
- Workday experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance, advice, and support on a broad range of HR-related matters.
- Build relationships with department leaders to understand business goals, workforce challenges, and talent needs.
- Advise on organizational structure, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent strategies.
- Partner with leaders on organizational change initiatives and employee engagement.
- Coach managers on employee relations issues, performance concerns, workplace conflicts, conduct matters, and policy interpretation.
- Conduct employee relations investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.
- Support performance management, including goal setting, performance evaluations, coaching, and development planning.
- Support compensation administration, including market pricing, promotional reviews, salary recommendations, and annual compensation planning.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers on recruitment strategies and workforce planning.
- Participate in candidate selection and interviews as needed.
- Support onboarding to help ensure successful integration of new hires.
- Ensure consistent application and interpretation of HR policies, practices, and procedures.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Recommend policy and process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and the employee experience.
- Support implementation of HR initiatives, programs, and projects.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Profit-sharing.
- Generous paid time off.
- Flexible benefit options.
- Flexible reimbursement account for personal well-being expenses.
- Certain positions are eligible for a performance-based bonus, payable monthly or annually.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
