Human Resources Generalist

Job Description WilmerHale is a leading, full‑service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology and business, and we remain committed to our guiding principles of providing quality, excellent legal and client services; developing diversity among our lawyers and staff and cultivating an environment that promotes an ambitious spirit, collaboration and collegiality by drawing on the extraordinary talents and dynamic experience of our lawyers. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of our clients and the communities in which we practice. About the Role Under the direction of HR Management, you will serve as an HR business partner and recruiter to administrative departments, as assigned, and as a regional HR liaison. You will assist in the development, administration, and oversight of HR programs including performance management, development and retention, communications and training, policy design, and compensation. What You Will Be Doing Through the HR business partner model and under the direction of the HR Management team, act as a consultant to department managers by providing guidance, advice, and assistance with HR‑related matters. Develop an understanding of department managers’ business unit and employment needs. Assume responsibility for protecting the Firm and minimizing legal risk through consultation with HR Managers, continuous education on employment law, and application of HR and business best practices. Engage discreetly, timely and effectively in employee relations matters and investigations. Effectively resolve employee relations issues as they arise and exercise sound judgement in escalating matters that require management attention. Be responsible for all phases of the recruitment process for various levels of staff within the Firm. Determine appropriate sourcing and develop relationships with resources (when applicable) from online searches, external job postings, ads, educational institutions, professional associations and publications, employment agencies and search firms. Assist in various aspects of staff compensation administration, including assisting business partners with drafting of job descriptions according to established guidelines, market matching and pricing, market survey participation, new position and promotional analysis, and annual compensation reviews. Partner with Administrative Managers, HR Managers and Directors in identifying training needs and developing training programs. Facilitate the delivery of training programs at the department, staff, and manager level. Collaborate with managers and health care professionals to evaluate, develop, and implement the need for accommodations, return‑to‑work plans, and other leave‑related matters. Work closely with the Employee Relations team to ensure consistency in the interpretation, communication, application and administration of firm policy. Assist in development of new hire orientation for staff; facilitate training of new hire policies and procedures for firm managers. Respond to requests of legal and support staff, providing them with general firm information or directing their requests to the appropriate Administration liaison. Serve as a back‑up to other team members for recruiting, onboarding and other business partner coverage as needed. Demonstrate a strong commitment to professionalism, delivering high‑quality service, and maintaining a positive, solution‑oriented (“can‑do”) approach. Effectively support internal departments, external clients, and vendors through clear, courteous communication via electronic correspondence, telephone. Required Skills Demonstrated knowledge of human resources principles, policies, practices, issues, laws and regulations, especially as they pertain to employment activities. Good oral and written communication skills, including thorough knowledge of business English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation and ability to compose routine business correspondence. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with people at all levels, both inside and outside WilmerHale. Proficiency with computer and reporting skills including Microsoft Office products and HRIS. Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision. Demonstrated experience handling highly sensitive and confidential matters discreetly. Remains open to technological change as generative AI becomes more integrated into the firm’s practice, actively developing comfort. Required Experience Minimum 4 years of experience in Human Resources. Two years in an employee relations role preferred. Education Bachelor’s degree with coursework in social sciences, business, human resources, or related subjects. Why Join Us? A values‑driven firm that fosters collaboration and respect. The hiring range for this position is $89,000 - $111,000 annually, with final compensation based on experience, qualifications and internal equity. This position is eligible for a Hybrid Schedule. Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing options. Paid time off and holidays. For additional information about our benefits, please click here. Our Commitment Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP (WilmerHale) is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran, or any other protected status under applicable law. WilmerHale will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and otherwise as required by applicable law. For more information about Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees in the position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills for positions. The firm reserves the right at all times, in its sole discretion, to add or subtract duties and responsibilities, as it deems necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr WilmerHale