HR Manager — Law Firm (CA Compliance & Travel)

Saltu Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Saltu Staffing is seeking a Human Resources Manager for a law firm client. The role is based in New York with regular travel to San Francisco and Palo Alto, and a hybrid schedule requiring three days in the NY office.

You will lead onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with California HR laws, supported by Workday and HRIS. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in HR and at least 5 years of HR experience in a large organization, ideally with law‑firm

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience in a large organization; law‑firm experience helpful.
• Strong knowledge of California HR laws and regulations.
• Experience with Workday and automated HRIS systems.

Responsibilities

• Own onboarding, including new‑hire paperwork and first‑day resources.
• Independently handle employee relations and performance management.
• Verify I‑9s and monitor visa/immigration documentation.
• Supervise HR team and coordinate with HR Director and counsel.
• Track and report HR data; ensure confidentiality and compliance.
• Support timecard review and termination processing with Payroll.
• Travel to SF and Palo Alto offices as needed; interact with local admins.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Data analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

Saltu Staffing is seeking a Human Resources Manager for a law firm client. The role is based in New York with regular travel to San Francisco and Palo Alto, and a hybrid schedule requiring three days in the NY office.

You will lead onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with California HR laws, supported by Workday and HRIS. Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in HR and at least 5 years of HR experience in a large organization, ideally with law‑firm