Human Resources Director

Direct Hire Position For Prestigious Law Firm

Currently seeking a full-time, experienced Human Resources (HR) Director to join the Firm's leadership team in Sacramento. This role reports directly to the Managing Shareholder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) and supports and collaborates with the Firm's attorneys and staff across all offices. The HR Director will serve as a strategic leader, responsible for mentoring the HR team and overseeing all aspects of human resources – including talent management, employee relations, compliance, compensation, and benefits. The ideal candidate will bring a forward-thinking approach to HR strategy, foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and ensure alignment with the Firm's values and business objectives.

Responsibilities

Talent Management

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and integration of new hires.
• Manage performance review processes and career development programs.
• Partner with managers and practice group leaders to evaluate staffing needs across departments and practice areas and ensure teams are effectively staffed and supported to meet operational and strategic objectives.
• Analyze employee relations trends and help develop proactive retention strategies, solutions, programs, and policies.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Administer and manage employee leave of absence programs, including FMLA, CFRA, ADA accommodations, and other statutory or Firm-specific leave policies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct confidential internal workplace investigations and report facts and findings to the Firm's employment counsel to discuss and recommend remedial action as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour regulations and EEO.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update Firm-wide HR policies and procedures, including the employee handbook to ensure legal compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with the Firm's values and strategic goals.

Compensation & Benefits

• Develop, implement, and oversee compensation strategy, salary benchmarking, and annual review process, including salary data report analysis and recommendations to modify existing compensation structure.
• Oversee the benefits program including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to total rewards offerings.
• Communicate with payroll to integrate employee vacation and/or sick time wages with State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits.

HR Operations

• Provide guidance and mentorship to HR team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring alignment with the Firm's strategic HR objectives.
• Lead the HR team in delivering high quality, efficient, and confidential support services.
• Manage the HRIS systems and ensure accurate recordkeeping and reporting.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Superior interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel to Firm office locations (approximately 10% travel expectations).

Ability to pass Background, Drug Screen and if applicable Medical Screenings (i.e. Vision, Hearing, or Physical) if Required by Client. Medical, dental, vision, ancillary coverage and 401k benefits are available.