Strategic HR Manager (Remote/Hybrid)

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is seeking a strategic Human Resources Manager to serve as a day-to-day resource for assigned administrative departments, delivering comprehensive HR support across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through development, retention, and offboarding, while fostering a collaborative culture aligned with firm-wide objectives.

The HR Manager also ensures consistent application of HR policies and procedures, balancing compliance with the practical

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of progressive Human Resources management experience.
• Direct people management and employee relations experience.
• Strong command of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Experience in a legal or professional services environment preferred.
• SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or SHRM-CP designation beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Partner with department leaders to strengthen relationships and retention.
• Provide HR guidance on programs and services; escalate concerns as needed.
• Develop employee relations initiatives and training programs.
• Oversee onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes.
• Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with laws and firm objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Strategic partnership

Policy interpretation

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP is seeking a strategic Human Resources Manager to serve as a day-to-day resource for assigned administrative departments, delivering comprehensive HR support across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through development, retention, and offboarding, while fostering a collaborative culture aligned with firm-wide objectives.

The HR Manager also ensures consistent application of HR policies and procedures, balancing compliance with the practical