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A national law firm seeks a Human Resources Manager to join their team.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Must understand and apply Federal and State employment laws;Confer with paralegals, attorneys and legal administrative staff on performance concerns and need for additional training;Manage benefits administration, relating to FMLA, medical leave, parental leave and short-term disability, update payroll and communicate with staff/attorneys about policy changes; and facilitate the professional staff performance management process;Generate new hire, departure and change notifications for the firm;Serve as a resource to all managers on professional staff related management issues offering coaching, guidance, and adherence to firm protocols;Administer the firm disciplinary process when necessary;Work with the HR team on a wide variety of national HR initiatives and projects, including, but not limited to: compensation, diversity and inclusion, governance and policy, change management, talent management, performance management, employee morale and HRIS;Work closely with the Benefits Department as needed on the administration of firm benefits;Conduct exit interviews and follow-up new hire interviews, as assigned, for administrative staff;Attend HR department meetings;Work closely with the firm-wide Office Managers in each office to ensure that firm-wide practices and procedures are followed;Works with the HR Assistant on the creation and maintenance of employment records and files to ensure they are kept in an organized and accurate manner;Work closely with the Payroll department on the administration of payroll related items including timecards and answering timekeeping questions;Work with HR Director on Firm attorney/staffing policies;Improve employee retention and motivate staff;Create and maintain professional staff job descriptions;Field complaints from attorneys/staff and use a structured system to respond to any issues within the Firm; and handle/manage other miscellaneous HR related matters, as needed;Participate in the creation, facilitation, and enforcement of firm policy;Demonstrates teamwork, creativity, a desire for continuous improvement, and commitment to the profession;Commitment to providing superior customer service;Ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the firm;Thorough organizational skills for prioritizing workload and recruiting efforts;Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure, and deal with demanding deadlines; strong attention to detail and team-oriented attitude. Education & ExperienceBachelor's degree in human resources, business or related area; combination of relevant experience and education may be substituted; PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification strongly desired;Minimum of 5 years' previous HR experience with a preference for candidates from a law firm or professional services setting or a combination of experience and education;Effective verbal and written communication skills;Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite;Experience with the human resources information system (HRIS) used by the Firm;◦ Dayforce experience is a plus;Working knowledge of a broad range of human resource strategies and practices, including compensation, performance management, hiring and employee relations; able to apply these strategies and practices in compliance with employment regulations; and able to create a culture of diversity, inclusivity, collaboration and teamwork;Must be comfortable interacting with leadership and individuals at any level within the firm. 02032025_1770158283 To Apply for this Job Click Here