Human Resources Manager
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Job Description
Vedder Prices Chicago office is seeking a Human Resources Manager. The HR Manager will serve in a firm-wide capacity providing day-to-day HR guidance and support to managers and administrative addition the HR Manager will ensure that HR initiatives are in alignment with the Firms business strategy culture and values across all Vedder Price offices. This position is responsible for driving employee engagement overseeing core HR processes such as recruiting performance management compensation and employee relations and serving as a trusted partner to leadership and staff across all Vedder Price offices.
As an HR Manager your duties will include but not be limited to:
- Counsel Firm leadership on recruiting employee relations labor and employment compliance performance management retention and compensation.
- Administer HR programs and procedures to strengthen employee engagement across the Firm.
- Coach and mentor the HR Generalist Recruiting Coordinator and Recruiting Assistant to foster professional growth.
- Lead recruitment for all Executive level positions and oversee Staff Recruitment.
- Oversee market analysis for Staff and Executive positions during recruitment and annual review cycles to ensure equity and consistency in compensation strategy.
- Partner with Managers to identify opportunities for internal mobility and leverage existing talent within departments.
- Promote a culture of transparency and two-way feedback at all levels.
- Provide coaching and counseling in performance management and conflict resolution.
- Partner with Co-HR manager to address employee relations matters and support consistent application of policies handling corresponding documentation and escalating high level matters to the CHRO as necessary
- Lead internal investigations in partnership with the CHRO to mitigate risk to the firm.
- Use data from 90-day reviews and exit interviews to prepare trend analyses and recommend strategic action plans for department heads.
- Oversee annual salary surveys and compensation analyses for Exempt and Non-Exempt positions providing guidance to HR Generalist as needed.
- Provide timely support to attorneys and employees on general HR inquiries.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of HR initiatives processes and best practices.
- Administer compensation and performance evaluation processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills & Competencies:
- Demonstrated success in a mid to large size professional services organization
- Law Firm Human Resources Management a plus
- Human Resources Certification Preferred
- Leadership skills
- A proactive and self-directed approach to managing multiple projects
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to work in a team-oriented collaborative environment
Qualifications & Required Experience:
(Formal training education certifications and professional experience)
- Bachelors Degree in Human Resources Industrial Relations Organizational Psychology or the equivalent in work experience preferred
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Human Resources preferably in a professional services environment law firm preferred.
- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient in the following software:
- Minimum intermediate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint & Outlook)
- Working knowledge of HRIS systems a plus; experience with UltiPro preferable
Compensation Range: $115000/yr. to $145000/yr
At Vedder Price we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
- Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
- Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health dental and vision plans along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts firm-paid Life and Disability benefits and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days paid holidays sick time and personal days.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
- Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
- Additional Perks: Employee discount program pre-tax commuter benefits back up child & elder care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) fitness center discounts and more.
Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations) medical condition protected veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
