Regional Human Resources Generalist - West Region

Regional Human Resources Generalist - West Region

(California, Full-time, Remote)

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Regional Human Resource Generalist. In this essential role, you will contribute to the seamless operation of our services, providing crucial support to our department in delivering exceptional client service and maintaining our commitment to excellence.

Position Summary

The Regional HR Generalist - West Region serves as the primary Human Resources contact for assigned offices throughout the western region of the Firm. This role provides consultative and operational HR support to managers and employees, ensures effective delivery of core HR processes, and promotes a positive, compliant employee experience.

This position works closely with centralized HR functions including Recruiting, Employee Relations, Benefits, and HR Operations to ensure consistent and effective HR service delivery across locations. The Regional HR Generalist supports a broad range of HR functions including onboarding, employee relations, performance management, policy guidance, compliance, and employee engagement.

Candidates must reside in California and possess demonstrated experience supporting California managers and employees. Experience supporting a multi-state or geographically dispersed workforce is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for assigned regional offices and provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees.
• Partner with office leadership to support employee engagement, staffing needs, and workplace initiatives.
• Support employee performance matters and manager coaching in coordination with the Employee Relations Manager.
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities and serve as the regional point of contact while partnering with Recruiting and HR operations teams.
• Respond to employee and manager questions regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace practices, facilitating connections with centralized HR teams when specialized support is needed.
• Escalate complex employee relations matters to the Employee Relations Manager as appropriate.
• Assist with implementation of HR programs, initiatives, and organizational changes across assigned offices.
• Ensure HR documentation related to assigned offices is accurate, complete, and submitted timely to HR Operations in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor compliance with firm policies, employment laws, and internal procedures.
• Coordinate leave administration, accommodations, and other employee support processes with appropriate HR partners.
• Support annual HR processes including performance reviews, benefits open enrollment, and compliance training.
• Analyze trends and identify opportunities to improve employee experience and operational efficiency within assigned offices.
• Exercise sound judgment to independently resolve routine HR matters while identifying situations requiring escalation to centralized HR partners.

Requirements

• Must reside in California
• Experience supporting multiple locations or decentralized work environments.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience, including substantial California expertise.
• Demonstrated experience supporting California employment practices and applying California employment laws.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with managers and employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.
• Experience in professional services, legal, or corporate environments preferred.

Compensation

The range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).

Why Join Us

At Fisher Phillips, we recognize that exceptional talent is the foundation of our success, enabling us to deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external clients. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional yet dynamic environment that leverages cutting-edge technology. Our leadership is committed to fostering your professional growth and providing opportunities to challenge yourself in meaningful ways.

We believe in rewarding talent with more than just a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, generous paid time off, and holidays.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer 24/7 telehealth services, a variety of wellness programs, and additional optional benefits designed to support your unique lifestyle. At Fisher Phillips, you’ll find a workplace that values your health, happiness, and continued professional development. To learn more about our firm, visit us at www.fisherphillips.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

The statements in this position description are not necessarily all-inclusive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

Relocation costs are not covered. We are only accepting direct applicants; third-party recruiters or agencies will not be considered. No phone inquiries, please.