Human Resource Manager

Our client, a top regional law firm, is seeking a Human Resources Manager for its New Jersey office.?This position is responsible for firm-wide human resource functions, including resource planning, recruitment, performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, benefits, and employee relations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide managerial and administrative support to the Chief Human Resources Officer in the following areas:
• All human resource functions of the Firm, continuously evaluating current Firm policies & procedures, make recommendations for improvement.
• Firm recruiting, hiring, development and retention programs in compliance with state/federal regulations and recommended employment law practices.
• Determine staffing needs for the Firm; meet and maintain benchmarked staffing ratios and trends. Oversee non-exempt personnel, including administrative assistants and other clerical staff to ensure that Firm expectations are being met.
• Oversee employee relations and resolution of employment conflicts.
• Work with Firm personnel to ensure the Firms compliance in handling requests for leaves of absence.
• Coordinate with Chief Human Resources Officer and Payroll and Benefits Coordinator regarding all Firm benefit plans, including 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan.
• Ensure the Firm has updated standard job descriptions for support staff & ensure timely review of job descriptions & position specifications.
• Keep Firm Managing Partners and Chief Human Resources Officer informed of HR matters; assist with any reports and financial analysis as requested. Assist with integration of new attorneys.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer or Firm Managing Partners.

• Bachelors degree in human resource management or related field, or a comparable level of training such as that which may be acquired through additional work experience.?Prior law firm experience, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR or PHR a plus.
• Approximately 4+ years of progressively responsible work experience with?legal or other professional service organizations?to gain the expertise needed to administer a professional HR system.
• Ability to identify & analyze complex issues, able to recommend and implement solutions to same.
• Interpersonal skills to communicate and maintain effective/professional relationships with partners, attorneys and staff.
• Broad knowledge of law firm services, policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail essential.
• Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft is necessary.