Senior Human Resources Business Partner

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Join MoFo as a SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER on our Human Resources team!

This role is based in our San Francisco office.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Proactively develop strong, value-add, and trusted advisor relationships with all members of client groups. Regularly meet with C-level and director clients to develop strategic plans for their areas.
• Coach client group leaders on strategic business directions while offering guided HR insight.
• Collaborate with Talent Development to create programs such as strategic planning, goal setting, peer coaching, management capabilities, leadership development, team building, change management, and diversity to enhance organization effectiveness.
• Provide guidance and expertise on organizational design and efficiency, including work processes, staffing, and reporting relationships.
• Manage the staff evaluation process in client groups as a core tool to promote a high-performing workplace. Collaborate with managers and employees in developing business goals and objectives. Provide guidance to managers in drafting reviews, presenting feedback, and making compensation decisions.
• Create and customize tools to promote recruitment and retention of top performers, leadership development, coaching, talent review, and succession planning. Integrate core processes and talent strategies into the business fabric of client groups. Coach managers to be skilled at identifying and acting on performance and developmental opportunities in their teams.
• Develop recruiting and position goals with managers; liaise with recruiters to provide insight on staffing needs, position requirements, how the role fits in the organization, unique considerations, talent profile, etc.
• Working with Employee Relations team, advise on complex ER issues. Diagnose and solve underlying HR issues occurring in client groups; develop and implement strategies to address them.
• Collaborate with other HRBPs and HR functional areas to execute on HR strategy, share information and best practices and ensure overall HR consistency across offices and functional departments. Participate on HR initiatives and programs, taking a leadership role as needed.
• Participate in developing and reviewing Firm policies. Collaborate with Employee Relations on policy interpretation and guidelines for client groups.
• Ensure compliance with relevant US and international laws and regulations. Keep abreast of laws, regulations and emerging trends.

ABOUT YOUR TEAM

MoFo's HR team is a collaborative group that works across offices and functions to deliver top-notch client service throughout the Firm. We value teamwork and genuinely enjoy working with each other. To keep things fun, we love getting together for events like chocolate tasting, food tours, baseball games and terrarium making classes!

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, human resources, organizational development or related field. Equivalent experience will be considered in place of a degree.
• SHRM-CP or PHR Certification a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of generalist work experience in Human Resources. International experience with Asia and Europe a plus.
• Law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Teamwork and Applied Skills.
• Demonstrated success in linking solutions to business needs and implementing core people management processes.
• Experience collaborating with management teams across functions.
• Strong functional HR knowledge particularly in performance management, organizational development, training, recruitment, employee relations and metrics. Up-to-date knowledge of HR related laws such as discrimination, leave of absence, etc.
• Business acumen and ability to work effectively as a trusted advisor and coach to senior managers.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to gain credibility, build relationships and influence people. Common sense.
• Passion for problem solving, executing flawlessly, and delivering high quality results for clients.
• Ability to think and act strategically and to be proactive and creative.
• Solid project management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to be objective, discrete, and ethical.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office suite. Solid understanding of HRIS systems.

ABOUT MOFO

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Diversity + Inclusion: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-diversity
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://careers.mofo.com/careers-pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption, surrogacy, and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace, Walking on Earth, and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

San Francisco salary range: $147k to $219k