JOB DESCRIPTION
Join a dynamic, forward-thinking team where your HR expertise helps shape the future of a leading law firm. If you’re passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make an impact in a culture that values innovation and collaboration, this is your opportunity.
About the Role:
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager will serve as a trusted resource to attorneys and staff, delivering comprehensive HR support and driving initiatives that enhance the employee experience. This Atlanta-based role offers the chance to work across diverse HR functions in a professional services setting working alongside our firmwide Human Resources team.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment with world-class customer service expectations, collaborating closely with business staff units to manage the day-to-day employee experience. Acting as a liaison to HR for these teams, you’ll ensure seamless communication, proactive problem-solving, and a truly collaborative approach to supporting our people.
Key Responsibilities:
Employee Relations & Performance Management
- Collaborate with business unit leaders to support professional staff development, including managing the annual evaluation process.
- Coordinate educational workshops and professional development programs, partnering with the L&D team.
HR Operations
- Work with HR functional teams, including benefits, HRIS, and payroll to ensure consistent execution of firmwide initiatives.
- Maintain accurate employment records and ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws while upholding confidentiality.
- Serve as a resource for legal compliance, staying informed on employment laws and regulations and working closely with department leadership.
- Manage an office budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support.
- Monitor and optimize HR workflows, leveraging technology to improve efficiency and accuracy in onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle management.
- Plan and coordinate office events and employee engagement programming, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Work closely with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit and hire business staff, ensuring alignment with firm standards and culture.
- Deliver engaging onboarding experiences that set new hires up for success and foster a smooth transition into the firm.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of HR experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment; supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines with precision.
- Technical: Proficiency with HRIS systems (Workday experience a plus).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly desired.
- Mindset: Collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering superior service in a high-performance culture.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- A fast-paced, innovative environment where no two days are the same.
- A collaborative and diverse culture that values creativity and continuous improvement.
- Opportunities to shape HR strategy and make a real impact on the firm’s success.
