Morgan Lewis

Manager, HRBP

Morgan Lewis • $110K — $130K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.
  • 7+ years of human resources leadership experience, preferably in a law or professional services firm.
  • 5+ years experience in medium to large organizations.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Confident and credible presence with management.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the main contact for practice group leadership and staff regarding HR matters.
  • Identify opportunities for HR to add value within practice groups and provide necessary services.
  • Set strategic HR goals aligned with firm initiatives.
  • Offer coaching and support to meet business needs and resolve employee issues.
  • Collaborate on staffing plans and talent optimization efforts.
  • Implement employee engagement strategies to enhance retention.
  • Manage the exit process including conducting interviews and analyzing trends.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule available, combining in-office and remote work.
  • Opportunity to develop strategic HR initiatives within a reputable law firm.
  • Access to a supportive network including HR Centers of Excellence.
  • Involvement in cross-functional HR projects and firm-wide strategic planning.
  • In-depth exposure to employment law and compliance issues.
Full Job Description
Manager, HR Business Partner (HRBP), reporting up through the Senior Director, Firm Human Resources.

Working in conjunction with Practice Group leadership and Employment Counsel, the Manager, HRBP will provide direction and counsel on both a strategic and tactical level for all human resource matters to the practice group(s) they support. Responsibilities include the overall planning, management and administration of workforce planning, talent and performance management, engagement and retention strategies, policy interpretation, employee relations, and diversity and inclusion efforts.

This position will reside in the Philadelphia office with a hybrid in-office/remote working schedule.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Functions as the primary liaison between the practice group leadership, attorneys and staff and other members of the HR team. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
  • Ensures HR services are provided as appropriate, identifies new opportunities where HR can add value, and maintains advanced knowledge of HR issues.
  • Sets long and short-term goals for HR function; participates in firm-wide practice group strategic planning and initiatives.
  • Provides coaching, consultation and support that contributes to the needs and business direction of the practice group(s). Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues.
  • Collaborates with practice group leadership on new hire integration efforts, develop strategic staffing plans that effectively optimize talent, address performance gaps and develop performance and culture.
  • Focuses on employee engagement and retention strategies to help retain key staff by identifying trends, providing recommendations and implementing new initiatives.
  • Manages departure process for departing employees, conducts exit interviews and analyzes departure trends.
  • Effectively applies performance management to ensure that employees' level of performance and capabilities meet current and future standards.
  • Advises all levels of management in the areas of personnel policies, performance management, and problem resolution. Investigates complaints, makes recommendations and implements corrective action. Conducts disciplinary and/or termination meetings as needed.
  • Manages the 45-day check-in, annual and mid-year performance review process for assigned practice group(s) by participating in meetings, reviewing evaluations, and working with leadership on compensation, adjustments, and performance issues.
  • Liaises with other HRBPs and Centers of Excellence including Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Total Rewards, Compliance, HR Operations, and Compensation to provide support as needed in areas such as performance, leaves, benefits, employee relations, and recruiting. Collaborates with the Centers of Excellence to manage specific HR projects as well as participating in functional and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Maintains an in-depth knowledge of legal requirements and government regulations related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with Employment Counsel as needed/required.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, combined with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible human resources leadership experience, preferably with at least five (5) years in a medium to large sized organization, law firm and/or professional services environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Confident manner and the ability to establish credibility quickly.
  • Ability to work comfortably in a matrix organization.


Qualified candidates must apply online by visiting our website at www.morganlewis.com and selecting "Careers."

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About Morgan Lewis

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is a global law firm. It provides legal services in areas such as antitrust, corporate, finance, intellectual property, labor and employment, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, public finance, real estate, restructuring and bankruptcy, tax, and trusts and estates. The firm serves clients in a variety of industries, including energy, financial services, healthcare, life sciences, retail, and technology. Morgan, Lewis & Bockius has offices in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
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Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
Founded
1873
* Ladders Estimates

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