HR Business Partner

Reporting to the US Chief People Officer, the Human Resources Business Partner will work closely with the practice group leader for the General Transactions practice groups in providing full-cycle human resources support that aligns with Firm goals, assist in enhancing organizational effectiveness and offer high quality support to all colleagues. The role will support the practice group associates and work within alongside the US Human Resources team. Partnering with Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Total Rewards, HR Operations and Diversity and Inclusion will be paramount to this role’s success. The successful candidate will be service minded and a team player. The position will support colleagues located in Washington DC, New York and Silicon Valley. Key responsibilities and deliverables Consult with Practice Group Leaders, Partners and Management and provide daily HR guidance Respond to general HR queries from colleagues Analyze trends and metrics to support databased decision making Resolve complex employee relations issues and address grievances Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention Provide HR policy guidance Manage the appraisal process, annual and interim, for fee earners, ensuring meaningful feedback is included and all colleagues have appraisal discussions Identify training needs for teams and individuals. Partner with L&D to move from needs analysis to reality Suggest new HR strategies Key requirements (Communication/skills/experience) Bachelor’s degree required At least 5 years of experience in HR, Talent, or Legal Personnel in a law firm required Experience working with associate populations and managing their bonus and compensation process Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive matters and respond effectively to such situations Knows when to decide and when to consult Ability to create meaningful rapport with partners, attorneys, staff and external parties Ability to maintain a positive and respectful attitude as well as a professional presence Strong communication skills both verbal and written Experience with Workday or other HR systems For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York and California, Freshfields is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the States of New York and California and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $180,000 to $280,000. EEO Statement Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP is proud to be an equal employment and affirmative action employer. Our policies and practices will be free from unlawful discrimination based upon race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship, immigration status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, military service, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We strive to promote an atmosphere that encourages equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment. Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer US LLP is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the alternative email address below to contact us about your interest in employment at BusinessServicesRecruitment@Freshfields.com , or you can send your resume to BusinessServicesRecruitment@Freshfields.com , or you can call us at 1-212-277-4000. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm with a long-standing track record of successfully supporting the world’s leading national and multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governments on ground-breaking and business critical mandates. At Freshfields we seek to create a better future for our clients, our people and the communities in which we live and work. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feel they can belong, engage and excel.