Human Resources Business Partner

Faegre Drinker; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Volunteer events

Wellness programs

Professional environment

Health, dental, vision, 401(k)

Generous PTO

Job summary

Faegre Drinker in Philadelphia is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to align HR strategies with firm objectives, support talent initiatives, and foster a high-performing workplace culture. You will partner with firm leaders and employees across the office to drive performance, engagement and organizational effectiveness.

The role covers performance management, recruitment, compensation and employee relations, with opportunities to influence workforce planning and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; direct work-related experience equivalent to a degree may be considered.
• 4–7 years of HR generalist with consultative/business partner experience in employee relations, recruitment and selection, compensation, policy interpretation, performance evaluation and conflict management strategies preferably in a law firm.
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Broad knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Technically proficient with Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day HR support and guidance to leaders on performance management, development, engagement, retention, and terminations.
• Partners with leaders on performance evaluations, compensation decisions, promotions, and bonus recommendations.
• Reviews performance evaluations for assigned groups to ensure quality and constructive feedback; participates in review meetings as needed.
• Builds relationships with leaders and employees to promote engagement and culture aligned with firm values.
• Supports workforce and succession planning, including development of job descriptions.
• Leads and supports employee relations matters, including investigations and disciplinary actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Diplomacy

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description Summary

Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Human Resources Business Partner based in our Philadelphia office. As part of the Talent team, you will partner closely with firm leaders and employees to align HR strategies with business objectives, support talent initiatives, and foster a positive, high‑performing workplace culture. This position will collaborate with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interests of our clients.

What You Would Do

• Provides day‑to‑day HR support and guidance to leaders on all aspects of performance management, including employee development, engagement, retention, performance improvement, and terminations.
• Partners with leaders on performance evaluations, compensation decisions, promotions, and bonus recommendations.
• Reviews performance evaluations for assigned groups to ensure quality, clarity, and constructive feedback; participates in review meetings as needed.
• Builds strong relationships with leaders and employees to promote engagement and a culture aligned with firm values.
• Provides support and strategic guidance on workforce and succession planning, including the development of job descriptions.
• Participates in department and office meetings to understand business needs.
• Leads and supports employee relations matters, including investigations and disciplinary actions.
• Guides managers through disciplinary actions, including documentation and coordination with HR leadership and legal as needed.
• Partners with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to support recruitment, including approvals, sourcing strategy, interviewing, and offer development.
• Facilitates effective onboarding and integration of new hires; serves as a resource throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Supports the offboarding process, including exit interviews, unemployment claims, and involuntary separations, as needed.
• Exercises sound judgment and escalates matters to HR leadership as appropriate.
• Analyzes HR trends and metrics to inform strategies and improve programs and outcomes.
• Collaborates with Talent and cross‑functional teams on compliance, compensation, leave of absence, accommodations, and other HR programs.
• Maintains personnel files and ensures accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
• Stays current on employment laws and industry trends.
• Continuously evaluates and enhances HR processes to improve efficiency, leverage AI tools, and align with best practices.
• Participates in Talent initiatives, projects, and other duties as assigned.

What Is Expected

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference).
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high‑pressure, deadline‑orientated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate.
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail‑oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

What We Offer

• Flexible working environment for work‑life success.
• Opportunity to participate in firm‑sponsored volunteer events.
• Wellness programming with personalized content and activities.
• Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields.
• Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans.
• Generous paid time off.

What Is Required

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; direct work‑related experience equivalent to a degree may be considered.
• 4‑7 years of experience as a Human Resources generalist with consultative/business partner experience in employee relations, recruitment and selection, compensation, policy interpretation, performance evaluation and conflict management strategies preferably in a law firm.
• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
• Broad knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Technically proficient with Microsoft applications.

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP participates in the federal government’s E‑Verify program. With all new hires, we provide the Social Security Administration and, when applicable, the US Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of employment, including retirement, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline and termination.