Director of Human Resources (54115)

Abacus Search Staffing
Houston, TX
Full-time

Our client, a Houston area law firm, is looking to hire an experienced Director of Human Resources to join their team. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for implementing and managing firm-wide HR initiatives for all offices.

The Director of Human Resources manages full cycle HR in the areas of benefits administration, 401(k), employee relations, HR compliance, staff recruiting, onboarding, HRIS, training & organizational development, employee engagement, and other HR related projects as needed.

Responsibilities :

  • Responsible for developing, planning and leading firm-wide human resources initiatives.
  • Provides functional guidance for administrative support needs.
  • Partners with Management Committee in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
  • Manages Performance Review Program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; analyzes compensation; monitors and implements performance management program.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee handbook, HR policies and procedures;
  • Oversees benefits administration to include approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of benefits plans, and budget.
  • Manages and monitors HRIS, payroll and other HR systems.
  • Develops and maintains HR compliance programs.
  • Conducts recruitment effort for all non-attorney exempt and non-exempt personnel; writes and places job advertisements.
  • Manages new staff onboarding, career development program, employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing.
  • Leads and manages internal investigations and employee relations issues.
  • Develops and manages staff training programs firm wide, including new hire orientation.
  • Establishes and maintains department records and reports.
  • Participates in and co-leads administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, as needed.
  • Evaluates reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
  • Manages HR team.
  • Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

Education / Experience / Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in HR or related field and 5-7 years' Human Resources experience in a law firm environment.
  • PHR or SPHR certification highly desired.
  • Requires intermediate to advanced knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resources Management.
  • 30+ days ago
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