Regional HR Manager

BakerHostetler•Cleveland, OH

9d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Human Resources department is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Human Resources Manager. The Regional Human Resources Manager will be based in Cleveland and will play a key role in leading and coordinating HR operations across the Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati offices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required and a minimum of 7 years of experience with strong, demonstrated HR acumen; substantive experience and knowledge with traditional HR functional areas, including employee relations, recruiting, benefits and compensation administration, and training and development.
Knowledge and experience in administering ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local statutory employment regulations.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate difficult and complex information to others tactfully.
Availability to work nights or weekends as needed.
Travel required, 20% or less.

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle recruitment for staff positions, including job postings, interviews, and hiring decisions.
Conduct new employee orientations and ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
Coordinate local benefits administration, including communication and distribution of materials.
Supervise non-legal support staff directly or through subordinate supervisors.
Manage secretary and paralegal workflow, allocate overflow, and coordinate team projects.
Oversee the annual performance review and compensation process for support staff; provide salary and bonus recommendations aligned with budget.
Support the annual performance review process for associates and conduct stay interviews to assess engagement and retention.
Advise on employee relations matters, providing practical guidance and resolution strategies; collaborate with firmwide leadership as needed.
Administer the local leave of absence program, ensuring compliance, timely documentation, and clear communication throughout the process.
Manage the termination process, including separation documents, exit surveys, and follow-up conversations.
Build strong relationships with attorneys and staff to promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
Ensure compliance with HR policies and applicable laws and regulations, including ADA, EEO, FMLA, OSHA, and FLSA.
Investigate work-related accidents, prepare injury reports, and submit and track Worker’s Compensation claim.
Plan and coordinate office events such as staff appreciation week, flu shot clinics, and wellness screenings.
Other duties as requested and assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program
Group health, dental, and vision insurance
Multiple plan options and various benefit levels
Same-sex domestic partner coverage
Pre-tax premiums
Coverage begins on date of hire
Group term life/AD&D and voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance
Voluntary accident insurance – self and family
Long-term care insurance
Short-term disability benefits
Long-term disability benefits
Pre-tax benefit programs – dependent care, health care reimbursement and transit/qualified parking (in most cities)
Retirement program – voluntary 401(k) plan