Human Resources Manager

FORTH Recruiting
  • California
    15 days ago

    Job Description

    With over 30 skilled attorneys and multiple offices on the West Coast, this boutique firm has been delivering high-quality legal services for over 30 years. Known for its team of Super Lawyers, the firm provides trusted advice and representation across various legal sectors, offering transactional and litigation support.

    The Role

    Oversees the human resources department, handling tasks such as non-exempt staff recruitment, employee relations, payroll management, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Develop HR strategies aligned with the organization's goals and foster a positive workplace culture.

    Position Summary

    • Job Title: Human Resources Manager
    • Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
    • Work Arrangement: In-office, 4 days per week
    • Compensation: $110,000-$160,000

    Education and Qualifications

    • Minimum Education: BA/BS in Human Resources or related field.
    • Authorized to work in the USA.

    Core Responsibilities

    • Recruitment & Staffing: Oversee hiring for all non-exempt staff, manage job postings (Indeed, LinkedIn), and coordinate temporary staffing needs.
    • Onboarding & Orientation: Conduct new hire orientations and manage employee onboarding.
    • Employee Relations: Provide coaching/counseling to employees and management, ensuring compliance with HR policies.
    • Benefits & Compliance: Coordinate annual Open Enrollment and manage leave of absence programs (FMLA, PFL, CFRA, ADA accommodations).
    • HR Policies & Performance Management: Develop and implement HR policies, oversee performance evaluations, and conduct exit interviews to drive continuous improvement.
    • Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal and state labor laws, including equal opportunity policies.

    Experience

    • Minimum 5 years of HR experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
    • Experience with law firm operations is a plus.
    • SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Strong hands-on approach with broad HR expertise (recruitment, employee relations, benefits).
    • Ability to objectively coach employees and management.
    • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
    • Able to sit at a desk and use computers for prolonged periods.
    • Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, or lift up to 10 lbs.

    Benefits

    • Health Plan
    • Profit Sharing/401(k)
    • Two weeks' vacation


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCalifornia
    Websitehttps://forthrecruiting.com/

    Skills

    • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)unmatched
    • Business Strategyunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • EEO Regulationsunmatched
    • Employee Orientationunmatched
    • Employee Relationsunmatched
    • Exit Interviewsunmatched
    • FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993)unmatched
    • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Human Resourcesunmatched
    • Human Resources Managementunmatched
    • Human Resources Strategyunmatched
    • Interviewing Skillsunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Legal Support Skillsunmatched
    • LinkedInunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Onboardingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Payroll Managementunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Performance Managementunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Policy Implementationunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Professional Servicesunmatched
    • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
    • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)unmatched
    • Staff Requirementsunmatched
    • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched

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