Human Resources Director | In-Office to Hybrid (Law Firm)

  • Category
    Legal
  • Location
    Los Angeles, California
  • Type
    Direct hire
Human Resources Director | Los Angeles, CA | In-Office to Hybrid

Location: Los Angeles, California; in-office initially, with a transition to a hybrid schedule over time.
Job Type: Full-time, direct hire
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Direct report: One HR Specialist


Compensation and Benefits:
  • Base salary: $140,000–$200,000, depending on experience.
  • Eligible for discretionary biannual bonuses based on individual performance.
  • 401(k).
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance, including 50% dependent coverage.
  • Flexible paid time off.
  • Employee referral program.
About the Opportunity: Our client is seeking a Human Resources Director to guide its people operations and support the organization’s continued growth. Working with the COO, Principal Attorney, and department leaders, this person will shape HR priorities and oversee their execution. The role combines leadership and planning with direct involvement in day-to-day HR matters. The HR Director will manage one HR Specialist. Prior law firm experience is not required.

Responsibilities:
  • Advise senior leaders on staffing, organizational needs, workplace practices, and HR priorities.
  • Develop practical plans for hiring, retention, employee development, and organizational growth.
  • Lead recruiting across attorney, professional, and support roles, and coordinate hiring plans with department leaders.
  • Guide compensation reviews and benefits programs, using market information and internal equity considerations to inform recommendations.
  • Coach managers on feedback, performance concerns, development, and difficult workplace conversations.
  • Oversee employee relations matters, including sensitive concerns and workplace investigations.
  • Maintain policies and practices that support compliance across the states where the organization operates, including leave administration and required HR documentation.
  • Oversee HR systems, records, reporting, and processes, and coordinate payroll and benefits administration with internal teams and vendors.
  • Manage and develop the HR Specialist, set team priorities, and improve HR processes as the organization grows.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, organizational development, or a related field.
  • At least 7 years of progressive HR experience, including 3–5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
  • Experience advising senior leaders while also managing HR work directly.
  • Strong knowledge of employment practices, multi-state compliance, compensation, and employee relations.
  • Experience coaching managers and overseeing performance management.
  • Comfort with HR systems, applicant tracking systems, and workforce reporting.
  • Strong judgment, communication skills, and ability to handle confidential matters.
  • Experience in a professional services environment is helpful, but law firm experience is not required.
  • SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or a comparable certification is preferred.
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