Human Resources Manager

HR Manager – Houston Office - ROOM for growth Duvera's client, a reputable full-service law firm, is seeking an experienced HR Manager for their Houston office. This role encompasses a variety of human resources functions, including employee relations, strategic planning, policy interpretation, onboarding/offboarding, and general office management.

The HR Manager will work closely with the local management team to address HR-related issues, anticipate the firm's HR needs, and develop effective solutions. Key Responsibilities: Provide employee relations support, offering guidance and feedback to all personnel.

Counsel managers and supervisors on staff performance, HR policies, personnel practices, and employment laws. Document and attend meetings concerning staff disciplinary actions. Lead the staff recruitment process in collaboration with hiring managers—assessing needs, developing job descriptions, conducting interviews, and drafting offers of employment.

Oversee the onboarding of new hires, including scheduling and conducting orientations for both attorneys and staff. Manage the performance management process, assist with compensation recommendations, and facilitate goal setting. Handle offboarding for departing staff processing necessary paperwork and conducting exit interviews.

Communicate and enforce firm policies; respond to policy-related inquiries and advise management on employee relations issues. Oversee data management, including processing data changes, salary adjustments, disability leaves, terminations, etc. Manage all leave of absence paperwork and tracking for employees.

Represent the firm during personnel-related hearings and investigations. Review unemployment claims to ensure eligibility for terminated employees. Act as a liaison between staff and support departments to resolve issues and share important information.

Recommend promotions, demotions, reassignments, and disciplinary actions, including terminations. Assist in the annual review process for staff, including conducting performance reviews for secretarial staff. Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. Minimum of 5-7 years of HR management or senior HR generalist experience in a law firm setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Preferred Qualifications:

PHR or SPHR certification. PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME IN MS WORD