Human Resources Manager

Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds, and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes. We are recognized by our clients as strategic partners with deep commercial instincts and a commitment to creatively anticipating their needs and delivering excellence in everything we do.

We are a collegial, collaborative firm where highly motivated individuals with an unwavering commitment to excellence receive the opportunity, support, and development they need to grow, thrive, and realize their greatest potential all while supporting the Firm’s client service principles of excellence, strategic partnership, commercial instinct, integrated strengths, innovation, and collaboration across our international firm.

If you enjoy working with team members whose defining characteristics are exceptional client service, initiative, professionalism, responsiveness, and adaptability, you may be the person we are seeking to join our Human Resources department in our Charlotte office, as a Human Resources Manager.

Join a leading AmLaw 100 law firm as the Human Resources Manager for our Charlotte office.  We are seeking a dynamic HR professional to serve as a strategic partner to office, practice, and administrative leadership, driving impactful HR initiatives that support our lawyers and business services staff.  If you are passionate about talent management, organizational effectiveness, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture, we want to hear from you.

Essential Functions:

• Act as the primary HR leader for the Charlotte office, aligning HR programs and initiatives with business objectives and firm strategy
• Serve as a trusted advisor to office, practice, and department leaders, providing guidance on HR best practices, employee relations, and organizational development
• Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including salary administration, performance management, merit increases, bonus recommendations, and separations
• Respond to inquiries regarding HR policies, compliance, procedures, and firm programs, ensuring consistent application and understanding
• Partner with centralized HR teams (Recruiting, Learning & Development, Compensation, Benefits & Wellbeing) to implement firm-wide programs locally
• Manage local administration of disability claims, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence, payroll questions, and US work authorization/visa processes
• Coordinate with recruitment teams to identify hiring needs, develop strategies
• Lead onboarding and integration for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition and positive employee experience
• Handle complex employee relations matters, including investigations, counseling, documentation, and collaboration with Employment Counsel as needed
• Manage the Charlotte attorney mentorship program and coordinate quarterly mentorship events in partnership with office leadership
• Collaborate with the Director of Administration on office events and special projects Continuously identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Education/Training/Certifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience has been directly related to the functions of the job
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP) preferred

Professional Experience: 

• A minimum of 5 years of human resources experience in a law firm or professional services firm, required
• Demonstrated success partnering with business managers to develop and execute HR initiatives that align to business goals

Technical Skills: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, required
• Knowledge of best practices in HR programs and practices
• Demonstrated ability to coach and influence leaders
• Ability to consult with leaders, drawing out unseen needs and proactively identifying solutions
• Familiar with HR software preferred (Peoplesoft, Vi Desktop, Objective Manager, iCims)
• Familiar with federal, state and local laws affecting benefits, hiring, wage and hour issues and conduct

Performance Traits: 

• Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills, able to communicate effectively with all levels
• Ability to foster an inclusive team environment
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with shifting priorities
• High level of initiative
• Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion
• Able to identify opportunities and solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Management Accountabilities:

• Influences overall HR processes, programs and priorities
• Proactively identifies opportunities for continuous improvements to processes, policies and procedures

The typical pay scale for this position is between $125,800 and $166,400, although the actual wage or salary could be lower or higher if the candidate’s education, experience, skills and internal pay alignment are different from those specified. 

The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan, back-up childcare and eldercare, generous paid time off (PTO), as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Thank you for your interest in Mayer Brown. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans. To request a reasonable accommodation related to the application process and/or job interview, please email uslateralrecruiting@mayerbrown.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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