If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Human Resources department in our New York office, as a Manager: Human Resources.
The Manager: Human Resources serves as the expert in the attorney HR generalist function for the New York office, serving as a strategic partner to the practice leadership. Provides direction and oversight for attorney HR processes. Consults with a variety of stakeholders to translate the Firm’s business objectives into actionable, integrated solutions. This role will use data and a collaborative approach to seek out opportunities and make proactive solutions to help advance our business goals.
This role partners with national team members to manage attorney HR policies, procedures and transactions across the employee lifecycle and works as part of a global HR team who are striving to deliver a high-quality experience for lawyers and business services staff.
Responsibilities Essential Functions:
Proactively works with practice leaders to align HR programs and initiatives in support of business plans and objectives
Establishes the approach for all HR activity in the New York office for lawyers, through coordination with centralized and shared HR services teams
Monitors state labor and employment legislation, develops solutions / procedures and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws
Maintains knowledge of legal industry trends among peer firms and initiates updates to policies and programs
Proactively identifies process improvements and enhancements
Participates in the development and support of the performance management process.
Provides guidance to partners in the techniques for writing and presenting meaningful feedback
Manages development of templates to support array of attorney HR transactions
Maintains Attorney Administrative Manual policies and procedures
Serves as expert working closely with labor and employment counsel and HR teams to review and troubleshoot non-standard attorney HR matters relating to:
Leaves of absence for medical, parental, maternity, bereavement, compassionate care, personal, military, etc.
Payroll issues and compensation policy questions
Secondments to offices outside the US or clients
Partner transitions and retirements
Annual review and extensions of senior counsel and independent contractors
Remote work arrangements in the US and outside the US
Provide guidance with performance management / improvement plans
Manage immigration issues for attorneys who are visa holders, working with Global Mobility lawyers
Ensure onboarding process and messaging is up to date and covers key programs and policies
Respond to inquiries regarding general policies, procedures and firm programs
Partner with Legal Risk Management lawyer to ensure the bar license status complies with firm and state requirements.
Manages sensitive attorney Employee Relations and other complex situations that have been escalated, coordinating with Employment Counsel as appropriate
Utilizes data to support leaders in making people-related decisions
Uses Peoplesoft to look up and report on attorney data, including headcount, attrition, new hires, diversity demographics, etc.
Works with Employment Counsel on any necessary legal review exercises
Creates two-way feedback channels and provides insights on needs of US offices to inform HR on approaches and offerings
Other duties as assigned or required to meet Firm goals and objectives
Requirements
Education/Training/Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job
SPHR, SHRCM-SCP or other HR certification preferred
Knowledge of US federal and state labor and employment laws
Professional Experience:
Previous management experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services organization
6-10 years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources
Demonstrated success partnering with business managers to develop and execute HR initiatives that align to business goals
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of best practices in HR programs and practices
Demonstrated ability to coach and influence leaders
Ability to consult with leaders, drawing out unseen needs and proactively identifying solutions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Familiar with HR software preferred (Peoplesoft, Vi Desktop / Objective Manager - appraisals)
Strong MS Office Suite capabilities (MS Word, Excel, Power Point)
Performance Traits:
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communications skills, able to communicate effectively with all levels
Ability to foster an inclusive team environment
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with shifting priorities
High level of initiative
Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs, highly responsive
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
Process orientation, able to identify opportunities and solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Must have excellent project management abilities
Management Accountabilities:
Demonstrated leadership experience
Able to determine and implement change processes to improve workflow efficiencies
Process- and service-oriented with strong leadership and project management skills
Able to set priorities and delegate in an efficient manner
The typical pay scale for this position is between $155,000 and $206,000, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate’s education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified.
The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email uslateralrecruiting@mayerbrown.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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