Human Resources Manager

Seyfarth Shaw LLP•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is not available for individuals living or working in New York City. At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading. The Opportunity As the Human Resources Manager, you will lead the HR function in the firm’s Los Angeles Century City and Downtown offices, including application of Firm policies, processes and procedures. You will provide guidance to all office personnel regarding various aspects of the employee life cycle, including recruiting and integrating new employees, compensation, benefits, employee relations, performance management, employee development, reward and recognition programs, coaching, discipline and termination. You will also participate and collaborate with the HR national team in areas such as recruiting, compensation, benefits, employee relations, HRIS, leave management, staff and paralegal evaluation processes, and national programs and initiatives across the Firm-wide offices. You will be primarily based in the Century City office with regular days spent working in the Los Angeles-Downtown office. You will report to the West Coast Regional Director of Human Resources.

Requirements

4-7 years of HR experience, ideally in large or mid-size law or professional services firms with multiple offices.
Bachelor's degree required.
Significant prior experience administering leave and ADA accommodation programs in compliance with California requirements.
Ability to regularly monitor and summarize developments in California employment laws and regulatory requirements and assess organizational impacts; partner with department and firm leadership to update policies, practices, training, and procedures to maintain compliance.
Effective and excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to diagnose problems and identify appropriate interventions.
Must possess effective interpersonal skills, analytical skills, time management, conflict resolution, and a proven record of positive influence and interactions at all levels of an organization.
Ability to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner.
Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
Demonstrated experience with leading others, with or without direct authority.
Strong familiarity and proficiency with HRIS and timekeeping systems, Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), document management systems, and other productivity tools.

Nice To Haves

HR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Recommends and implements human resource policies and procedures for all Firm personnel.
Conducts orientation and oversees the on-boarding and integration process.
Collaborates with the national HR team on matters such as compensation, benefits and retirement, employee relations, HRIS, leave management, recruiting, performance management and timekeeping.
Provides guidance and training on employee management issues, such as coaching and counseling, employee development and retention, warnings, performance improvement plans and termination recommendations.
Partners and works collaboratively with the Office Administrator and leadership on the staff and paralegal evaluation process, including compensation recommendations.
Participates and collaborates on Firm-wide project management initiatives, such as updating job descriptions, job analyses, employee engagement and recognition programs.
Maintains local personnel files and processes employee paperwork, such as personnel action forms, unemployment insurance claims, leaves of absence, etc.
Prepares for employee departures, conducts exit interviews and tracks turnover analytics
Stays up-to-date on all federal, state and local labor laws and industry news through ad hoc training programs, industry networking groups and memberships and participation in the Firm’s educational programs.