Legal Personnel Manager – U.S.
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onLogan Street, Downtown, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15262, United States
About the Role
The Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. serves as a strategic HR Business Partner, working closely with the Director and Assistant Director of Legal Personnel, Practice Group leadership, and Office Managing Partners. This role is designed to provide high-level, hands-on HR support and guidance for attorneys and timekeepers throughout the entire employment life cycle.
You will act as the primary liaison between department leadership, Staff Recruiting, and the US Compensation Team, ensuring seamless hiring processes and practices. The position requires a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to advise Practice Group Leaders on compliance, address performance management concerns, and implement strategies for employee engagement and retention. From managing complex leave and accommodation requests to supporting confidential investigations, you will ensure the firm adheres to best practices while reducing legal risks.
About the Team
Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment grounded in core values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, and Impact. As a member of the Legal Personnel team, you will collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders to foster a culture of professional development and operational excellence within a medium to large-sized professional services environment.
Hiring Process
Qualified candidates only. No search firms. Reed Smith provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.
Equal Opportunity
Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background and provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Logan Street, Downtown, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15262, United States
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleServe as HR Business Partner to assigned Practice Groups and Legal Operations departments
- check_circleReview practice group metrics and data to identify HR issues and recommend compliance solutions
- check_circleAdminister the full employment life cycle including onboarding, leaves, accommodations, and terminations
- check_circleAdvise Practice Group leaders on HR compliance, performance management, and employee relations
- check_circleSupport confidential investigations by conducting interviews, gathering data, and preparing reports
- check_circleAssist with performance management processes, documentation, and associate advancement recommendations
- check_circleManage secondment logistics including correspondence, engagement letters, and return-to-firm coordination
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline
- verifiedMinimum of 5 years of professional experience in Human Resources
- verifiedKnowledge of U.S. employment laws
- verifiedWorking knowledge of Microsoft Excel and HRIS systems
Nice to Have
Advanced degree and/or professional certifications in human resources or related field.
Benefits & Perks
check_circle401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company matchcheck_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurancecheck_circleHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)check_circleLife, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability CoverageAccident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Excel, Hris Systems, Human Resources, U.s. Employment Laws.
Education: Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline required.
Frequently asked questions about Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP
What does a Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP do?expand_more
In this Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP role, you will serve as hr business partner to assigned practice groups and legal operations departments; review practice group metrics and data to identify hr issues and recommend compliance solutions; administer the full employment life cycle including onboarding, leaves, accommodations, and terminations; and advise practice group leaders on hr compliance, performance management, and employee relations.
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Reed Smith LLP is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline; Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Human Resources; Knowledge of U.S. employment laws; and Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and HRIS systems.
Where is the Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. role at Reed Smith LLP located?expand_more
Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP is based in Logan Street, Downtown, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15262, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Reed Smith LLP has listed this Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. role as on-site.
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Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP include Microsoft Excel; Hris Systems; Human Resources; and U.s. Employment Laws.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in human resources or related discipline required.
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Legal Personnel Manager – U.S. at Reed Smith LLP is part of the hr & recruitment job category on Recrutus.