Client:

The client is a highly respected and recognized US law firm with offices throughout the United States, as well as offices in Europe, and Asia, and extensive practices in Africa and South America. The firm provides legal services for virtually every discipline of the law, whether the issue is local, regional, national or international. Their professionals come from diverse backgrounds and are united by a commitment to provide clients with quality legal services, through excellence and hard work.

They pride themselves in hiring exceptional individuals with the ability to produce excellent work, to inspire confidence in clients and colleagues, and to be leaders in the community.

Position Location:

Northern Virginia

Position Objective :

As the primary on-site Human Resource professional, the HR Manager is responsible for directing and managing all generalist employee relations activities for the office, with 125 professionals, in accordance with firm policies and procedures. This position is responsible for providing HR consultant services to management and employees on a full range of HR initiatives and programs that include performance evaluations, policies and procedures, recruitment and staffing, benefits, compensation, etc.

Reports to:

Director of Administration for the office and the Firm HR Manager.

Education:

Bachelor degree in Human Resources or equivalent combination of professional courses related to human resources and work experience.

Experience and Skills Required:

The candidate must have a minimum of five years of broad based generalist experience in human resource management with a strong administrative background. Legal experience is preferred or experience within a professional services organization is desired. He/she must have a career progression that demonstrates successful experience administrating all aspects of Human Resources, including compensation and benefits, recruitment, professional development and employee relations. Prior experience will also include supervisory accountabilities. This position requires a good understanding and knowledge of federal and state legal and regulatory requirements and employment law. He/she must be well versed and experienced in utilizing recruiting and interviewing techniques. The successful candidate’s skill set will include proficiency with various technology tools including enterprise HRIS database systems, Word and Excel.