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.

Position Location:

New York City (Central Manhattan)

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 NYC office with this 150+ professional, 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 local office, dotted line to the Firm HR Department.

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. 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 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.

The successful candidate for the Human Resource Manager will be a proactive, results oriented generalist. He/she will be a mature individual who is flexible and very effective at building relationships, with all levels of employees, which represent a diversified group and a variety of personal management styles. This individual will have a strong personal and professional presence and possess solid written and verbal communication skills. Additionally, they will have well developed organizational skills, reflecting an ability to prioritize and a constant attention to detail. This HR Manager must excel and be motivated by the challenges of working in a fast paced, growing professional environment. A strong customer service orientation that reflects a sense of commitment to providing timely and workable solutions that address the businesses needs is critical.