The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is responsible for developing and implementing human resources (HR) strategies and initiatives that align with the overall business strategy. This role oversees all aspects of human resources practices and processes, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, labor relations, training and development, employee relations, and compliance. The CHRO serves as a strategic partner to management and a trusted advisor on complex HR issues.
Key Responsibilities:
Policy Development & Compliance:
Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that promote a positive work environment and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
Maintain and update the employee handbook and other HR documents as necessary.
Provide guidance to firm leadership on legal requirements and address any compliance-related issues promptly to mitigate risk.
Consult legal counsel to ensure that policies comply with federal, state, and local laws.
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:
Manage the recruitment and selection processes, including job postings, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
Collaborate with firm leadership to forecast staffing needs and develop workforce plans.
Implement effective sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
Actively engage with the Attorney Recruiting Committee. This includes assisting in the planning and coordination of recruitment events, evaluating candidate qualifications, and collaborating with committee members to enhance the firm’s talent acquisition efforts.
Compensation & Benefits Administration:
Develop and manage competitive compensation and benefits strategies based on market research and industry surveys.
Administer and coordinate all firm benefit plans, including processing benefit enrollments, updates, and changes; reviewing and approving benefits invoices; and coordinating benefit plans with the firm’s benefit brokers.
Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in collaboration with the finance department.
Conduct annual non-discrimination testing for benefits programs.
Employee Relations & Performance Management:
Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, conducting investigations and resolving issues in a timely and confidential manner.
Coordinate non-partner performance appraisals and maintain performance appraisal calendar.
Implement performance management systems to evaluate employee performance and provide feedback.
Support managers in addressing performance issues and implementing improvement plans.
Training & Development:
Collaborate with the Attorney Professional Development Program Manager to assess and identify training needs for attorneys, paralegals, and law clerks, ensuring alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives and commitment to continuous professional growth.
Coordinate and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
Monitor and verify that all attorneys meet their jurisdiction-specific Continuing Legal Education (CLE) obligations, including timely completion of required credit hours and adherence to reporting deadlines.
HR Metrics, Reporting and Miscellaneous:
Maintain HR systems and records to ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.
Generate reports on HR metrics, such as turnover rates, absenteeism, and training effectiveness.
Analyze data to inform HR strategies and decision-making.
Write and deliver presentations to the firm leadership regarding HR policies and practices.
Special projects or duties as assigned.
The anticipated base salary for this position ranges from $175,000 to $250,000. The actual salary offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, years of relevant experience, educational background, and professional certifications or licenses.
A Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university in the areas of Human Resources; and more than ten years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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