Human Resources Manager

Who We Are

ArentFox Schiff is an award-winning, globally recognized law firm that delivers sophisticated, innovative, and practical legal solutions to clients around the world. With more than 600 lawyers and policy professionals, ArentFox Schiff's expertise is sought out by Fortune 500s, start-ups, international governments, non-profits and trade associations, and private individuals.  Our work spans highly complex, global matters as well as the deeply personal issues that shape the lives of individuals and communities.

Why Join Us

At ArentFox Schiff, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. We hope you share that vision. Join us and take on the challenge of doing meaningful work while helping us build upon a culture that reflects our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We base all of our employment decisions on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristic.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Human Resources leadership team, the Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic advisor and trusted consultant to assigned administrative departments. This role partners with department leaders to align people strategies with business objectives and provides practical guidance across employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, performance management, compensation, employee engagement, workforce planning, and policy interpretation.

The HR Manager also serves as a key liaison between business leaders and Human Resources, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen organizational effectiveness, develop talent, support leaders, and enhance the employee experience while ensuring compliance with firm policies and applicable employment laws.

Strategic HR Partnership

• Provides guidance, advice, and support on a broad range of HR-related matters.

• Builds strong relationships with department leaders to understand business goals, workforce challenges, and talent needs.

• Provides consultative guidance on organizational structure, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent strategies.

• Partners with leaders to support organizational change initiatives and strengthen employee engagement.

Employee Relations and Performance Management

• Provides coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations issues, performance concerns, workplace conflicts, conduct matters, and policy interpretation.

• Conducts employee relations investigations and recommends appropriate resolutions.

• Supports performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, coaching, and development planning.

Compensation, Talent, and Workforce Support

• Supports compensation administration activities, including market pricing, promotional reviews, salary recommendations, and annual compensation planning.

• Partners with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support recruitment strategies and workforce planning efforts.

• Participates in candidate selection and interview processes as needed.

• Supports onboarding efforts to help ensure successful integration of new hires.

Policy, Compliance, and HR Programs

• Ensures consistent application and interpretation of HR policies, practices, and procedures.

• Maintains knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Recommends policy and process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and the employee experience.

• Supports implementation of HR initiatives, programs, and projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent experience may be considered.

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

• Minimum 6–8 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 5 years in an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Employee Relations, or similar strategic HR role.

• Experience supporting leaders in a law firm environment strongly preferred. Will consider professional services, consulting, or similarly complex environment.

• Strong background in employee relations, talent management, performance management, compensation, and organizational consulting.

• Sound business judgment and a consultative approach, with the ability to provide practical guidance to leaders and stakeholders.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across a diverse group of leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts.

• Strong employee relations, conflict resolution, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities, and competing deadlines.

• Trusted, professional, and discreet, with a strong commitment to confidentiality.

• Proficiency with HRIS systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Workday experience preferred.

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.

This is an exempt position based in our DC or LA office. The anticipated good-faith base salary range for this position is:

• DC/LA: $125,000 to $172,000 per year. 

Your exact offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, your experience, skills, and overall qualifications.  We also review compensation regularly against industry benchmarks and performance outcomes, so you can grow your career here with confidence—knowing your pay recognizes both your impact and our commitment to an equitable approach.

In addition to a competitive base salary, certain positions are eligible for a comprehensive performance-based bonus, payable monthly or annually.

Benefits

We know that the needs of our employees vary and can change throughout the different stages of life.  That’s why we offer a wide array of flexible benefit options designed to help you live healthy, live well, and live for tomorrow.  In addition to medical, dental, vision, profit-sharing, generous paid time off, and numerous other benefits, we also provide a flexible reimbursement account that helps pay for the things that contribute to your personal well-being, in your own way.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

ArentFox Schiff is committed to equal employment opportunity and diversity in the workplace.  We base all employment decisions on merit and maintain a policy of considering all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship status, order of protection status, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, source of income, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

* The job description is a general summary of the major duties.  It may not specify all duties, tasks, and assignments associated with a job.  It does not limit or in any way modify the right of management to direct, assign, and control the work of employees in a unit.  Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to work effectively in a team environment, and ability to work in an atmosphere of multiple projects and shifting priorities are requirements of all jobs at ArentFox Schiff LLP.  Additional job-related qualifications may be specified for some openings.  Job descriptions are subject to periodic review and modification.