The Human Resources Generalist serves as a key player in the Human Resources department at our client's law firm, responsible for delivering comprehensive HR services and programs to support the firm's strategic objectives and maintain a professional work environment. This role involves managing employee relations, attorney and staff recruitment, performance management, benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.

Salary: $80-90K

Position Details

• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Work Location: Onsite (Beverly Hills)
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
• Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Partners with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to communicate human resource policies, procedures, laws, and regulations across multi-functional HR disciplines
• Manages the full-cycle recruitment process for legal and non-legal positions, including coordinating with practice group leaders and managing relationships with legal recruitment firms
• Develops and administers HR programs aligned with law firm culture and professional services environment
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, with particular attention to legal industry regulations and requirements
• Maintains confidential employee records and legal documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Administers attorney and staff performance review processes, including partnership track evaluations and associate development programs
• Manages comprehensive benefits programs tailored to legal professionals, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development benefits
• Coordinates continuing legal education (CLE) tracking and professional development programs
• Supports diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the firm
• Manages employee relations issues with particular sensitivity to the legal environment
• Conducts HR data analysis to identify trends and provide insights for firm management
• Assists in developing and implementing retention strategies for both attorneys and staff
• Manages leave administration, including parental leave and sabbaticals
• Coordinates with firm management on succession planning and organizational development

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a law firm or professional services environment (preferred)
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and regulations
• Advanced proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to interact professionally with attorneys, staff, and clients
• Strong discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other relevant HR certification preferred