# Human Resource Manager

> Coastal Wave Recruiting · Hackensack, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-04

**Salary:** USD 125,000–140,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Administration

## Description

Our client, a top regional law firm, is seeking a Human Resources Manager for its New Jersey office. This position is responsible for firm-wide human resource functions, including resource planning, recruitment, performance evaluations, disciplinary procedures, benefits, and employee relations.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

-   Provide managerial and administrative support to the Chief Human Resources Officer in the following areas:
-   All human resource functions of the Firm, continuously evaluating current Firm policies & procedures, make recommendations for improvement.
-   Firm recruiting, hiring, development and retention programs in compliance with state/federal regulations and recommended employment law practices.
-   Determine staffing needs for the Firm; meet and maintain benchmarked staffing ratios and trends. Oversee non-exempt personnel, including administrative assistants and other clerical staff to ensure that Firm expectations are being met.
-   Oversee employee relations and resolution of employment conflicts.
-   Work with Firm personnel to ensure the Firms compliance in handling requests for leaves of absence.
-   Coordinate with Chief Human Resources Officer and Payroll and Benefits Coordinator regarding all Firm benefit plans, including 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan.
-   Ensure the Firm has updated standard job descriptions for support staff & ensure timely review of job descriptions & position specifications.
-   Keep Firm Managing Partners and Chief Human Resources Officer informed of HR matters; assist with any reports and financial analysis as requested. Assist with integration of new attorneys.
-   Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Chief Human Resources Officer or Firm Managing Partners.

## Requirements

-   Bachelors degree in human resource management or related field, or a comparable level of training such as that which may be acquired through additional work experience. **Prior law firm experience, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR or PHR a plus.**
-   Approximately 4+ years of progressively responsible work experience with **legal or other professional service organizations** to gain the expertise needed to administer a professional HR system.
-   Ability to identify & analyze complex issues, able to recommend and implement solutions to same.
-   Interpersonal skills to communicate and maintain effective/professional relationships with partners, attorneys and staff.
-   **Broad knowledge of law firm services, policies and procedures.**
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail essential.
-   Working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft is necessary.

## Benefits

**Full benefits**

**No visa sponsorship**

## Apply

[Apply at Coastal Wave Recruiting](https://apply.workable.com/coastal-wave-recruiting/j/AC6E7A8C8F/apply)

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