Working alongside the HR Director, the HR Manager is responsible for a range of human resources activities in support of the California offices including employee relations, strategic planning, policy interpretation, employee benefits, and onboarding / offboarding. The HR Manager serves as a leader and is the go-to resource for the California management team on human resources related issues.

• In conjunction with the HR Director, supervise and mentor junior members of the team to foster a collaborative, high-performing, results-driven approach to achieving department objectives and service delivery.
• Provide employee relations advice and counsel to managers / supervisors regarding staff performance, personnel practices, policy and employment laws.
• Document and attend meetings with staff regarding disciplinary matters.
• Lead staff recruitment process in conjunction with hiring managers by assessing staffing needs, developing job descriptions, interviewing candidates, and creating offers of employment.
• Manage new hire onboarding and conduct orientation with lawyers and professional services staff.
• Oversee staff performance management process, compensation recommendations, and goal setting.
• Manage exit process for departing staff, including processing relevant paperwork and conducting exit interviews.
• Communicate various Firm policies and initiatives to staff; respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs; advise management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.
• Oversee the audit of lawyer and staff data through the Firm’s HRIS system (PeopleSoft) including data changes, salary changes, disability, leave, terminations, etc.
• Keep abreast of HR legislation and trends to ensure best practices and compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• In conjunction with Director, anticipate HR-related needs and seek to develop integrated solutions that align with and support business objectives of the California offices.
• Recommend new approaches and/or procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Serve as back-up to the HR Director as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and/or Experience: 

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Communications, or other related field
• 5+ years of relevant management / supervisory experience including team development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
• Knowledge and experience working with HRIS systems

Preferred:

• MBA Degree
• Professional Human Resources certification
• Experience with PeopleSoft
• Experience with Performance Management systems

Other Skills and Abilities:

In addition to the above, the following is also required of the successful candidate:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Good judgment and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Be self-directed and motivated
• Work harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team
• A self-starter who desires to show ownership and commitment to the job
• Exercises confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to work under pressure managing multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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