HR Manager

Administer staff performance management program to ensure effectiveness and compliance; educate managers on content and execution; advise managers on performance management and employee relations issues and enable them to manage future issues effectively. Prestigious Austin law firm is seeking a Regional HR Manager to oversee administration of hiring, retention, termination, performance appraisals, job descriptions, personnel records, legal compliance, payroll, compensation, benefits, and long-term staffing strategies, as well as provide hands-on leadership and guidance to the HR function.

Prestigious Austin law firm is seeking a Regional HR Manager to oversee administration of hiring, retention, termination, performance appraisals, job descriptions, personnel records, legal compliance, payroll, compensation, benefits, and long-term staffing strategies, as well as provide hands-on leadership and guidance to the HR function. 

 

Key Responsibilities

·        Ensure the effective administration of all Human Resources functions.

·        Recruit, interview, and select employees to fill staff positions.

·        Plan and conduct new employee orientation.

·        Keep records of benefit plan participation, including insurance and retirement plans; personnel transactions such as hires, performance evaluations, and terminations; and employee statistics for government reporting.

·        Work with management in procuring employee benefit insurance plans, and administer benefit programs, including insurance, retirement, 401k, leave, employee assistance, and anniversary recognition.

·        Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws, including but not limited to ADA/ADAAA, ACA, EEO, FLSA, and FMLA

·        Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs. Update Handbook, policies, job descriptions, etc., as necessary.

·        Administer staff performance management program to ensure effectiveness and compliance; educate managers on content and execution; advise managers on performance management and employee relations issues and enable them to manage future issues effectively.

·        Conduct compensation and benefit analysis to ensure program and cost effectiveness and competitiveness within the legal market.

·        Prepare and manage the Human Resources budget, monitor and control department expenditures, and process monthly Human Resources services invoices.

·        Maintain and manage HRIS and payroll systems.

·        Support assigned committees of the firm.

·        Collaborate closely with other managers to ensure smooth running of office and integration with firmwide culture and activities.

 

Requirements

·        Minimum of 10 years’ prior work experience in a similar role in a professional services environment

·        Bachelor’s degree in related field (Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration). Candidates that have a combination of experience and education will be considered.

·        Professional Human Resources certification preferred (e.g. PHR, SPHR, etc).

·        Strong leadership, collaborative, and consensus-building skills to work closely and successfully with attorneys, managers, and staff.

·        Able to identify and analyze issues and problems and recommend and implement solutions.

·        Able to work well in a dynamic environment, and to respond effectively with calm, resourcefulness, and flexibility in demanding situations.

·        Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and enterprise HRIS software