Vedder Price · 6 hours ago
Human Resources Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expVedder Price's Chicago office is seeking a Human Resources Manager who will provide day-to-day HR guidance and support to managers and administrative staff. The HR Manager will ensure HR initiatives are aligned with the Firm’s business strategy and culture, while overseeing core HR processes and driving employee engagement.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated success in a mid to large size professional services organization
Law Firm Human Resources Management a plus
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
Bachelor's 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
Minimum intermediate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
Working knowledge of HRIS systems a plus; experience with UltiPro preferable
Preferred
Human Resources Certification Preferred
Benefits
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.
Company
Vedder Price
Vedder Price is a law firm that provides attorney representation for primarily corporate clients.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Baker
Chief Operating Officer
Edward Gross
Shareholder
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