HR Manager: Compliance, People & Development

Stradley Ronon; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

401(k)

Childcare leave

Employee assistance program

Wellbeing program

Vacation and other paid time off

Job summary

A leading law firm in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR compliance, employee relations, performance management, and policy administration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field, with at least five years of HR experience, preferably in a legal environment. Strong investigation skills, advanced Microsoft Office skills, and an understanding of employment law are essential. The firm offers a competitive benefits package including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum five to seven (5-7) years of progressive HR experience, preferably in professional services or legal environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Expert knowledge of federal and state employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Conduct thorough investigations into workplace complaints including harassment, discrimination, and policy violations.
• Administer and interpret HR policies, ensuring consistent application across all departments.
• Support performance review processes for business professionals and paralegals.

Skills

Strong investigation and analytical skills with attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment

Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations

Customer service orientation with internal clients

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS systems (experience with UKG, Elite, Aderant, or similar)

Microsoft Office (particularly Excel for data analysis)

Job description

A leading law firm in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR compliance, employee relations, performance management, and policy administration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field, with at least five years of HR experience, preferably in a legal environment. Strong investigation skills, advanced Microsoft Office skills, and an understanding of employment law are essential. The firm offers a competitive benefits package including medical and retirement plans.