Human Resources Director

Hillis Clark Martin & Peterson P.S. (HCMP) is seeking a full-time Human Resources Director to play a key role in talent management, engagement, and retention. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this position will partner with the firm’s management committee, practice groups, and administrative functions to advise on people-related matters and ensure the firm’s employees are properly supported in providing client service. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Quickly become a relied upon leader in the firm ready to proactively tackle opportunities to make HCMP a highly desirable place to work every day. 
• Manage the firm’s direct legal support staff including paralegals and legal assistants. Collaborate with legal support staff and attorneys to build and maintain effective relationships. 
• Support firm leadership by identifying issues and providing counsel related to human resource matters. 
• Develop, review, and recommend updated people-related policies, procedures, and practices. 
• Lead and organize, along with others, firm activities and events. 
• Stay abreast of relevant legislation and recommend actions to ensure compliance.  
• Recommend and implement plans for staff and attorney development in partnership with other firm resources.  
• Collaborate with firm leadership to continue to build and support a dynamic and inclusive work environment, including the implementation and management of firmwide diversity and inclusion programs. 
• Work with individual practice team leaders on skill development for attorneys and staff with specific needs. Serve as a firmwide resource for all lawyer and staff mentoring, training, and development issues. 
• Monitor best practices in professional development and diversity through involvement in related organizations including national associations, councils, and state bars. 
• Lead the annual staff review process. Regularly gather and provide feedback and coaching to staff throughout the year.
• Participate in compensation reviews and benefit offerings evaluations with firm management.  
• Effectively balance the role of employee advocate and confidant with obligations to the firm. 
• Lead and support firm recruiting initiatives and processes, including attorney, staff, and law student hiring. Lead and continuously enhance the onboarding and offboarding experience. 
• Actively participate on firm committees and lead by example.  

• At least eight years of professional services industry experience, preferably in a law firm, and relevant experience in human resources management. 
• Bachelor’s degree is required. A Master's degree is preferred. A human resources certification is a plus. 
• Strong working knowledge of HR laws and regulations. 
• Experience with HRIS platforms, applicant tracking systems, and learning management systems is helpful. 
• Prior experience with administering benefits programs is helpful. 
• Ability to maintain confidential information and use sound judgment. 
• Impeccable writing, editing, proofreading, presentation, and overall communication skills with consistent attention to detail. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of peers, attorneys, staff, clients, and outside professionals at all levels.     

Compensation, Hybrid Work & Other Benefits

The estimated salary range for this role is $160,000-215,000, depending on experience and qualifications, with bonus-earning potential and is based on the desired experience range at the time of this posting. We offer several market-leading benefits and perks, including hybrid work, fully subsidized medical and dental premiums, a generous 401(k) profit sharing program, commuter expense assistance, a sabbatical program, and paid parental leave, among others. Please visit our Professional Staff careers page for more information.

This position is eligible for hybrid work. We strongly encourage a minimum of one day per week worked in our office, preferably Tuesdays. Business needs may necessitate different or additional in-office days beyond our policy. Our hybrid work policies are subject to change depending on firm and practice needs.

Commitment to Diversity

At HCMP, we firmly believe that our commitment to teamwork on behalf of our clients is intricately connected with our dedication to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We recognize the immense value in fostering a team that includes not only individuals from different races, ethnicities, genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations, cultures, and abilities, but also those with many diverse backgrounds and experiences. Visit our Diversity website to learn more about our diversity efforts and achievements.

Application Process

Click the apply button above or below to apply. Please upload a resume and a cover letter with your application.

This position is being filled directly. We are not accepting submissions from recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party search firms at this time. Any resume or candidate profile submitted without a signed fee agreement will become the property of HCMP, and no fee will be paid. 

Our firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military service obligations, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Applicants with disabilities may contact HCMP Human Resources by telephone, fax, e-mail, mail or other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact Human Resources at 206-623-1745 (main), 206-623-7789 (fax), or [email protected].