Location: Los Angeles, CA or Irvine, CA | Hybrid – 3 remote days/week
Salary Range: $120K-$160K | Bonus Eligible
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday | Exempt
Job Overview
A large national law firm is hiring a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Manager to support and elevate their people operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive HR strategy, employee relations, and compliance initiatives across multiple offices.
If you are an experienced HR professional with a strong background in California employment law and thrive in a fast-paced, professional services environment, this is your chance to make a meaningful organizational impact.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of experience in human resources management, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment
- Strong expertise in California employment law and multi-state compliance
- HR certification preferred (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP)
- Proven experience in employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance
- Familiarity with HRIS systems (Dayforce experience a plus)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels
- High level of emotional intelligence and conflict resolution expertise
- Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of confidentiality and professionalism
Key Job Functions
- Lead and execute human resources operations, including talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations
- Ensure compliance with federal and California employment laws and internal policies
- Manage leave of absence programs (FMLA, medical, parental, disability) and benefits administration
- Partner with leadership to provide HR guidance, coaching, and workforce planning support
- Oversee and administer employee disciplinary processes and conflict resolution
- Collaborate on firmwide HR initiatives, including compensation, diversity & inclusion, talent management, and change management
- Conduct exit interviews and onboarding follow-ups to enhance employee experience and retention
- Maintain accurate HR records, personnel files, and HRIS data
- Support payroll coordination, including timekeeping and related inquiries
- Develop and update job descriptions and HR policies
- Partner cross-functionally with office leadership to ensure consistent HR practices
- Foster a culture of collaboration, engagement, and continuous improvement
Why this Opportunity Stands Out
- High-impact role with visibility across leadership and multiple offices
- Opportunity to shape and influence HR strategy and culture
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment within a respected organization
- Exposure to complex HR operations in a dynamic professional setting
Take the Next Step!
Ready to take the next step in your HR leadership career? Apply today for a chance to bring your expertise in employee relations, compliance, and talent management to a team that values strategic impact.
Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
