Human Resources Business Partner

Position Overview

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor and operational partner to legal and administrative leaders across Lexicon and multiple regions of Cordell & Cordell. This role is responsible for driving a high-performance culture, strengthening leadership capability at all levels, and ensuring that HR practices align with the firm's strategic pillars:
Growth, Client‑Centered Operations, Operational Efficiency and Employee Engagement.

• Serves as a primary HR advisor to Managing Attorneys and regional leadership teams across assigned states or offices.
• Analyzes regional workforce trends and translates insights into actionable plans.
• Leads and supports employee relations matters with balanced and legally sound judgment.
• Coaches leaders on people management, accountability, communication, and change management.
• Supports the execution of ongoing leadership development programs.
• Assists with curriculum development and facilitation focused on performance, communication, and operational rigor.
• Guides leaders through the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance, merit planning, career development, and succession planning.
• Ensures performance systems reinforce operational efficiency and client‑centered service.
• Partners on engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and additional communication strategies.
• Provides insights from engagement results and turnover analytics to shape regional action plans.
• Supports implementation of HR systems, policies, compensation changes, and process improvements.
• Provides guidance to leaders during organizational change by promoting transparency and ensuring ongoing alignment.

• Bachelor's degree required; HR or Organization Management Master's, SHRM‑CP/PHR, or HR related certification preferred.
• Must have hands‑on experience applying AI to improve operational workflows.
• 5+ years HRBP or HR leadership experience, ideally in multi‑state professional services; law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Strong coaching, employee relations, and performance management expertise.
• Ability to synthesize data into actionable recommendations.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to travel periodically across assigned regions.

• High accountability and strong follow‑through.
• Business‑forward mindset with understanding of billable environments.
• Empathy with backbone—balancing compassion and objectivity.
• Data‑driven approach paired with human‑centered decision‑making.
• Calm, steady presence under pressure.
• Highly collaborative across HR, Operations, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and Legal.

The HRBP strengthens leadership capability, supports attorney and staff well‑being, and ensures operational discipline across regions—directly impacting retention, engagement, and the firm's ability to deliver exceptional client service.

• Industry‑Leading Health Coverage:
  Access to top‑tier health, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
• Financial Security:
  Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance, and both short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• An Investment in Your Future:
  Our competitive 401(k) plan with company match helps you plan ahead, with opportunities to build and grow your retirement savings.
• Flexible Spending Options:
  Take advantage of flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA) to cover out‑of‑pocket medical, dental, and childcare expenses with pre‑tax dollars.
• And So Much More:
  From wellness programs to additional perks, we go above and beyond to create a workplace that values and supports you every step of the way.