Human Resources Generalist (Atlanta, Austin, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Wilmington, Minneapolis)

Human Resources Generalist

Fish & Richardson, the premier global intellectual property law firm, is trusted by the world's most innovative and influential companies. Fish was established in 1878, and now has more than 400 attorneys and technology specialists in the U.S., Europe, and China. Our success is rooted in our creative and inclusive culture, which values the diversity of people, experiences, and perspectives. Join Fish's team in our fast-paced Human Resources Department as a Human Resources Generalist. This role is part of The Hub, Fish's remote-first group of professionals. Hub employees work primarily from home with no expectation of a regular in-office presence.

How Will You Make a Difference?

• Provide high level, hands-on consulting and coaching to operations staff managers in a variety of HR-related areas including, but not limited to, employee relations, performance management, ADA accommodations, coaching tools and fundamentals, retention strategies, and separations.
• Assist managers in assessing training needs and identifying opportunities for employee development. Help determine appropriate strategies to achieve the identified needs through innovative, progressive, and effective programs.
• Provide compensation administration and consulting to assist in attracting and retaining staff.
• Assist with managing the firm-wide performance management process for operations staff.
• Assist with administering firm policies, including developing new policies, updating the employee guide and suggesting changes to existing policies.
• Oversee firm-wide bank of job descriptions, including working with managers to develop new descriptions and ensuring existing descriptions remain current.
• Develop and implement management training programs to ensure firm managers are properly skilled in general management and in firm policies and procedures.
• Conduct internal fact findings and investigations, including completing proper documentation and interaction with outside employment counsel.
• Manage projects such as survey participation and analysis, work authorizations and applications for permanent residency for foreign workers, corporate compliance reports, etc.
• Work with HRIS and IT staff to ensure the HRIS software system meets the firm's needs and is updated to reflect changes to salary structures, bonus programs, etc.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

• 3+ years of HR generalist experience including employee relations is required; law firm or professional services industry experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or closely-related field is preferred.
• Proven skills in presenting, resolving conflicts, and providing superior client service.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to build and maintain effective relationships and assist in conflict resolution at all levels of the firm.
• Strong drive and the ability to self-motivate in the face of multiple priorities while managing time effectively.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong HR technical skills include working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn HRIS and performance management applications required for data entry, research and reporting and the willingness to learn and adapt to evolving technologies as appropriate.
• Ability to successfully work independently as well as to develop quality team relationships and to work well within a team-oriented environment, whether leading or contributing to department initiatives.
• This position is part of The Hub and is fully remote; however, some training will be in person in our Minneapolis office.

Why Fish?

• Competitive pay and discretionary bonus opportunities along with a rich benefits package, including comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement
• Award-winning retirement and profit sharing plans with employer contribution
• A family-friendly atmosphere with back-up child care, as well as health and wellness initiatives
• A positive culture awarded an Outstanding Workplace designation in 2023 and 2024 by People Insight based on our high levels of employee engagement
• The estimated starting pay range is $68,000 - $85,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, professional background, and overall qualifications. The salary range for this position is consistent across all geographic markets.

Our Commitment to Diversity

As a firm that serves the world's greatest visionaries, we know that creativity and innovation are the result of seeing the world from multiple different perspectives. Having a diverse team enhances the quality of legal services we provide to our clients, sustains our standing as a premier IP law firm, and strengthens the fabric of our firm.