Senior Hr Generalist

Sweet James LLP; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweet James LLP, a leading Personal Injury law firm, is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support human resources operations. In this role, you'll manage recruitment, compliance, payroll, and employee relations while fostering a positive workplace culture. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic HR initiatives and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience in a company with 500+ employees.
• Strong expertise in HR compliance and employee relations.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and apply insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support full-cycle recruitment efforts for approximately 20–30 roles per month.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes.

Skills

HR compliance

employee relations

performance management

data analysis

stakeholder communication

project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Psychology, or a related field

Tools

HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP)

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Position Summary

Sweet James, a leading and fast-paced Personal Injury law firm, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated

Job Description

Position Summary

Sweet James, a leading and fast-paced Personal Injury law firm, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior HR Generalist to join our team. This key role will support day-to-day human resources operations and report to the Chief People Officer (CPO) to drive strategic initiatives across performance management, payroll, employee engagement, and compliance. The Senior HR Generalist will serve as a trusted resource for managers, attorneys, staff and the HR team, contributing to a positive workplace culture and HR operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition: Lead and support full-cycle recruitment efforts for approximately 20–30 roles per month in collaboration with the HR team. Participate in interviews and provide hiring recommendations.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze HR metrics to identify trends, guide strategic decisions, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise effectively with internal teams and external vendors, ensuring smooth communication and alignment with company objectives.
• Compliance & Employment Law: Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws and internal policies. Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes affecting HR operations.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement initiatives to streamline HR processes, improve efficiency, and support business growth.
• HR Operations Support: Partner with the Chief People Officer and Managing Partner on key initiatives related to compliance, employee engagement, and organizational development.
• Payroll Administration: Accurately manage and process payroll using Paylocity or equivalent systems. Ensure timely payments and compliance with payroll regulations.
• Performance Management: Administer the company-wide performance review process and provide support to managers in performance coaching and documentation.
• Employee Relations: Address employee concerns, provide guidance on HR policies, and escalate complex issues to leadership with well-considered solutions.
• Benefits & 401(k) Oversight: oversight of benefits administration, 401(k) compliance, COBRA, and related processes under the direction of the CPO. Work cross-functionally to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes in alignment with company compliance and legal requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with IT, office administration, and other departments to ensure seamless execution of HR processes and alignment with headquarters’ standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Psychology, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience in a company with 500+ employees, ideally within a scaling fast-paced or professional services environment.
• Strong expertise in HR compliance, employee relations, and performance management.
• Advanced proficiency with HRIS/payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, or similar).
• In-depth understanding of employment law and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and apply insights to decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a high level of discretion and professionalism.
  
  

Why Join Sweet James?

At Sweet James, we are more than a law firm—we are a team driven by excellence, innovation, and compassion for our clients and employees. As part of our HR team, you’ll contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values growth, teamwork, and employee well-being.

Company Description

Sweet James is a renowned law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. Our team is driven by a commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Joining Sweet James means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and contributions are valued.

Sweet James is a renowned law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. Our team is driven by a commitment to excellence, client satisfaction, and continuous improvement. Joining Sweet James means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative work environment where your skills and contributions are valued.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Law Practice

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