Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager | Strategic HR Leader | Culture Builder

NOTE:
No relocation - must be local to Chicago.

Are you a people-first HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-performance environments? We’re seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager to serve as a trusted partner to leadership, champion employee engagement, and drive impactful HR strategies that strengthen culture, performance, and growth.

• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership on recruiting, employee relations, performance management, retention, compensation, and compliance.
• Lead executive-level recruitment and oversee staff hiring strategy to attract top talent.
• Drive employee engagement and foster a transparent, high-performing, feedback-driven culture.
• Coach leaders and employees on performance, development, and conflict resolution.
• Lead complex employee relations matters and workplace investigations with professionalism and discretion.
• Analyze workforce trends (engagement, retention, exit data) and implement strategic improvements.
• Oversee compensation analysis, salary benchmarking, and pay equity initiatives.
• Mentor HR team members and help elevate HR service delivery across the organization.
• Partner across departments to strengthen talent development, internal mobility, and organizational effectiveness.

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a mid-to-large professional services environment
  - in the Law, Legal, or Finance.
• Strong business partnership experience supporting leadership on employee relations, recruiting, compensation, and performance strategy.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and build trust across all levels of an organization.
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field (or equivalent experience).
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred.
• Experience with HRIS systems (Ulti Pro or similar) and strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Professional services or law firm experience is a plus.

If you’re a strategic, hands-on HR leader who wants to make a measurable impact on culture, talent, and organizational success — we want to hear from you.

If you meet the above qualifications and would like to apply for this position, you may email your up-to-date, professional CV/resume to Tim Dameron @

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