Job Description

D3 Search is actively recruiting a Manager, People Advisory for a highly respected international AMLAW ranked practice with an office located in Los Angeles, CA (90071)

Position Title:

Manager, People Advisory

• Note: 5+ years previous HR experience in a law firm or professional services setting or a combination of experience and education is REQUIRED.

Location/Map:

Los Angeles, CA (90071)

Employment Status:

Full-time | direct hire employment opportunity. Exempt role.

Employer Work Model:

Flexible hybrid 4/1 work model.

Position Summary

As a core member of the Global People Team, you are tasked with helping this elite global law practice translate their business strategy into talent imperatives that deliver on their vision of profitable growth, engaged people and outstanding client relationships.

You will lead the talent agenda for one or more regional sections supporting the Regional Section Heads (RSHs) to develop, engage and progress the best and brightest lawyers.

You will work closely with the RSHs to implement the growth agenda and optimize the size, shape and utilization of the section through recruitment, engagement, talent management, and work allocation.

You will be an advocate for the associate attorneys and counsel in your section(s) ensuring they receive the training, experiences and coaching they need for progression and continued success in the Firm.

You will help identify issues and opportunities and take part in designing and implementing section specific initiatives as well as globally aligned programs to drive cultural change and engagement across the Firm.

Duties & Accountabilities

• Help shape and drive implementation of the People agenda supporting the section business plan and global Firm vision
• Understand and apply the Firm’s competency framework when planning for the associate pipeline, succession planning, high performance culture, etc.
• Support section specific talent management and people development planning to ensure associates and counsel are on-boarded, resourced, trained, mobilized, seconded and developed in a way that benefits both the individual and the Firm
• Meet regularly with the RSH(s) to review talent management and development efforts, and assist in driving any necessary interventions and actions
• Drive the implementation of and participation in firm wide programs including but not limited to performance evaluations, upward feedback, flexible work, on/off ramping, learning & development programs, engagement surveys and exit interviews
• Collaborate with Training & Development and PSL teams to ensure legal, technical and professional development curriculum is fit for purpose
• Own and facilitate associate career development plans helping to identify the right work experiences, client opportunities, formal training and coaching
• Lead on employee engagement initiatives to align interests of lawyers and the Firm
• In conjunction with RSH(s) and relevant partners, manage work allocation ensuring associates receive the experiences required for continued development and progression
• Listen to opinions and keep abreast of the employee relations climate within the section and across the region. Consult with RSH(s), HR, General Counsel and Employee Relations to advise and implement appropriate actions
• Understand and plan for cultural impact across programs and initiatives and understand how to gain commitment to change from partners, associates, and staff alike
• Demonstrate and practice a high level of knowledge around talent management and a solid understanding of technical HR, including employee relations
• Use talent networks to continuously upskill self and team
• Achieve results by utilizing the People team centers of expertise (recruiting, mobility, training, etc.), shared services and wider support functions
• Build trust and work effectively with all stakeholders; improve effectiveness across HR functions and with shared service
• Contribute to building and fostering a collaborative, collegial, high performing team committed to professional excellence

Salary/Compensation:

Annual salary range is up to 173K (DOE/DOQ).

Health Benefits Summary:

Comprehensive health benefits package, generous PTO, 401K, paid parking onsite, annual salary increases and lucrative bonuses (based on individual merit & performance), and many other employee-centered perks, etc. Highly collaborative, collegial and supportive work environment.

If interested in this full-time/direct hire Manager, People Advisory role with this elite international AMLAW ranked law practice located in Los Angeles, CA (90071), and you meet the above qualifications/requirements, please contact the following D3 rep.:

DonMoser | D3 Search

📬don@d3search.com

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D3 Legal Search LLC (aka D3 Search), and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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