About the Company
A tech-forward boutique law firm in hyper-growth mode in Hayes Valley, San Francisco is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Manager/Head of HR to lead and elevate the firm’s people operations. This is a high-impact role for a versatile HR professional who can seamlessly balance day-to-day operations with long-term process improvement.
About the Role: As a trusted partner to firm leadership, you’ll oversee all facets of HR—from recruiting and onboarding to compliance, culture, and engagement. You’ll play a critical role in shaping the firm’s employee experience, ensuring that every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work.
Responsibilities
- Act as an HR team of one (1), Oversee day-to-day HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding
- Serve as a trusted resource for managers and employees on HR policies, benefits, and performance management
- Lead talent acquisition for executive staff, paralegals, and all employees while maintaining a positive candidate experience
- Manage payroll and benefits administration, liaising with external vendors for service delivery
- Ensure compliance with California employment laws and update firm policies as needed
- Support performance reviews, goal setting, and career development initiatives
- Maintain and optimize HR systems (HRIS, payroll, and related tools)
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and stronger employee engagement
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, IT, and Operations to align HR practices with firm goals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred
- 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a small or professional services organization
- Strong working knowledge of California employment law
- Skilled at balancing hands-on HR operations with big-picture strategy
- Experience crafting talent development programs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence
- Highly organized, self-directed, and adaptable to shifting priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and HRIS/payroll platforms
Required Skills
- Strong working knowledge of California employment law
- Experience building and implementing talent development programs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence
- Highly organized, self-directed, and adaptable to shifting priorities
Preferred Skills
- HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred
- Experience crafting talent development programs
Pay range and compensation package
- Base Comp: $145-$175K
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and firm holidays
- 401(k) plan with firm contributions
- Professional development support and growth opportunities
- Collaborative, people-first, and remote first /hybrid heavy culture that values transparency, respect, and excellence
Equal Opportunity Statement
If you’re an experienced HR professional ready to take ownership of a pivotal function in a collaborative, mission-driven law firm, we’d love to connect. Apply today to help shape a culture where people and purpose thrive together.
