Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP · 1 week ago
Manager, HRBP
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$114K/yr - $183K/yr
7+ years expMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms, is seeking a Manager, HR Business Partner (HRBP) to provide strategic and tactical human resource direction to the practice groups they support. The HRBP will be responsible for workforce planning, talent management, employee engagement, and policy interpretation, among other HR functions.
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Responsibilities
Functions as the primary liaison between the practice group leadership, attorneys and staff and other members of the HR team. This position may have supervisory responsibilities
Ensures HR services are provided as appropriate, identifies new opportunities where HR can add value, and maintains advanced knowledge of HR issues
Sets long and short-term goals for HR function; participates in firm-wide practice group strategic planning and initiatives
Provides coaching, consultation and support that contributes to the needs and business direction of the practice group(s). Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues
Collaborates with practice group leadership on new hire integration efforts, develop strategic staffing plans that effectively optimize talent, address performance gaps and develop performance and culture
Focuses on employee engagement and retention strategies to help retain key staff by identifying trends, providing recommendations and implementing new initiatives
Manages departure process for departing employees, conducts exit interviews and analyzes departure trends
Effectively applies performance management to ensure that employees’ level of performance and capabilities meet current and future standards
Advises all levels of management in the areas of personnel policies, performance management, and problem resolution. Investigates complaints, makes recommendations and implements corrective action. Conducts disciplinary and/or termination meetings as needed
Manages the 45-day check-in, annual and/or mid-year performance review process for assigned practice group(s) by participating in meetings, reviewing evaluations, and working with leadership on compensation, adjustments, and performance issues
Liaises with other HRBPs and Centers of Excellence including Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Total Rewards, Compliance, HR Operations, and Compensation to provide support as needed in areas such as performance, leaves, benefits, employee relations, and recruiting. Collaborates with the Centers of Excellence to manage specific HR projects as well as participating in functional and cross-functional initiatives
Maintains an in-depth knowledge of legal requirements and government regulations related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with Employment Counsel as needed/required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field, combined with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible human resources leadership experience, preferably with at least five (5) years in a medium to large sized organization, law firm and/or professional services environment
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Confident manner and the ability to establish credibility quickly
Ability to work comfortably in a matrix organization
Company
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
From our offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we work with clients ranging from established, global Fortune 100 companies to enterprising startups.
1001-5000 employees
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Partner
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Partner
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