Strategic HR Partner | Flexible, Growth‑Driven Role

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

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.