Human Resources Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support and enhance HR operations across a multi-state organization. This role will serve as a trusted partner to leadership and employees, providing guidance on employee relations, compliance, performance management, talent initiatives, and HR best practices.

The ideal candidate is a polished and professional HR leader with experience supporting employees across multiple states, preferably within a professional services environment. This position requires strong knowledge of employment laws, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex HR matters with discretion and sound judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day HR support to employees and management across multiple states.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, with particular emphasis on California employment practices.
• Advise managers on employee relations matters, performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and workplace investigations.
• Support employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, offboarding, policy administration, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks to ensure legal compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with leadership to develop and implement HR programs that support organizational goals and employee development.
• Manage leave of absence programs and employee accommodations in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Monitor and support compensation, benefits, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, compliance reviews, and documentation management.
• Promote a positive workplace culture while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives to enhance HR operations and employee experience.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting employees across multiple states, including California.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience working within a professional services environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Professional presence with the ability to effectively interact with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.

Preferred

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience within a legal or law firm environment.
• Previous supervisory or people management experience.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or developing HR team members.