Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP is a national, full-service law firm founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with marquee practices in investment management, litigation, and corporate. We are committed to smart growth, innovative thinking, excellence and integrity. With 230 attorneys and 180 business professionals, we proudly serve a diverse base of household-name clients, many of whom help shape the world of financial services and products, working together to produce achievements greater than the sum of our parts.
We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager based in our Philadelphia office. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the HR Manager will serve as a key member of our HR team and take a lead role in HR compliance, employee relations, performance management, professional development, and policy administration as it relates to our business professional, paralegal, and non-partner attorney populations.
Key Responsibilities
HR Compliance & Legal Requirements
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
- Maintain current knowledge of employment law changes and assess impact on firm policies and practices
- Conduct compliance audits and recommend corrective actions
- Manage EEOC charges, unemployment claims, and other regulatory matters
- Oversee I-9 compliance, E-Verify processes, and employment eligibility verification
- Coordinate with internal employment counsel when necessary
- Maintain confidential employee records in compliance with retention requirements
Employee Relations
- Serve as primary point of contact for employee relations matters involving business professionals, paralegals and non-partner attorneys
- Conduct thorough investigations into workplace complaints including harassment, discrimination, and policy violations
- Provide guidance to managers on progressive discipline, performance management, and corrective action
- Counsel employees on workplace issues, policy interpretations, and available resources
- Partner with management on sensitive employee matters requiring discretion and confidentiality
- Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends
Policy Administration & Implementation
- Administer and interpret HR policies, ensuring consistent application across all departments
- Update employee handbook and policies to reflect legal changes and best practices
- Develop and deliver policy training sessions for managers and staff
- Coordinate with benefits team on policy-related benefit issues
Performance Management & Professional Development
- Support performance review processes for business professionals and paralegals;
- Partner with administrative department heads and talent development on succession planning, upskilling, and career development initiatives;
- Assist in developing competency frameworks and career progression paths for business professionals and paralegals;
- Support onboarding process and programs for new hires in professional roles
Team Leadership, Collaboration & Reporting
- Collaborate with HR Director on strategic initiatives and department goals;
- Work closely with Finance, IT, Marketing, and Operations teams on cross-functional projects;
- Collaborate with legal recruitment team and talent acquisition manager on synergizing the hiring processes and candidate experience;
- Track and analyze HR metrics including turnover, time-to-fill, and employee satisfaction
- Prepare regular reports on compliance activities and employee relations trends
- Support annual compliance reporting requirements
Required Qualifications
Education, Experience and Technical Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
- Minimum five to seven (5-7) years of progressive HR experience, preferably in professional services or legal environment;
- 2+ years of supervisory experience;
- PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification preferred;
- Expert knowledge of federal and state employment laws
- Proficiency with HRIS systems (experience with UKG, Elite, Aderant, or similar legal industry systems preferred)
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel for data analysis
Core Competencies
- Strong investigation and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgment
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations
- Customer service orientation with internal clients
Stradley Ronon offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug coverage; health savings account (with applicable medical plan); flexible spending accounts; life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; and 401(k). Additionally, the firm provides family forming and hormonal health benefits; childcare leave; backup child and adult care; pre-tax commuter benefits; an employee assistance program; a wellbeing program; vacation and other paid time off.
No agencies please. Outside agencies, search firms and/or their representatives will not be compensated in any way for unsolicited candidate submissions, or submissions made through anyone other than a Recruiting Department representative.
Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
