Talent Services Business Partner

Greenberg Traurig (GT) a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.

Join our Talent Services (Human Resources) Team as a Talent Services Business Partner located in our Chicago office.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every task. With a dedicated work ethic and a can-do attitude you will take initiative and approach challenges with confidence and resilience. Excellent communication skills are essential for collaborating effectively across teams and delivering exceptional client service. With a client-focused mindset and an initiative-taking approach you will play a critical role in driving success anticipating needs and providing strategic solutions. If you are someone who demonstrates initiative adaptability and innovation we invite you to join our team.

This role will be based in our Chicago office on a hybrid basis. Some in-office presence may be required for day-to-day operations as well as for team meetings training opportunities and relationship building. This role reports to the Chief Talent Officer.

Position Summary :

The Talent Services Business Partner provides strategic support to assigned Shared Services departments (professional development) in the areas of performance management training and development employee relations policy administration and other areas within the Talent Services department.

Key Responsibilities :

Works closely with department heads and Shared Services directors to provide Talent Services solutions that align with and support the business initiatives of their respective departments

Serves as staffing resource and responsible for recruitment of staff; sources screens and identifies candidates for employment; reviews applications prepares offer letters conducts reference checks and administers background checks

Translates assigned departments strategy and priorities into a people strategy

Aligns Talent Services programs to support business plans; monitors progress and drives projects to successful completion

Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the Talent Services team to develop solutions programs and policies

Works with management team to conduct talent reviews and identify gaps; collaborates with departments and Professional Development to identify career paths and resources for training and skill development; ensures all training requirements are completed

Works with management and staff to identify ways to build morale enhance engagement and increase retention

Provides guidance and input on workforce and succession planning

Handles and resolves complex employee relations issues; provides support and coaching to managers on employee related issues. (e.g. coaching counseling career development disciplinary actions etc.)

Advises and coaches leaders and managers on the talent implications of business decisions providing an objective perspective

Manages performance management process for assigned departments including Performance Improvement Plans and corrective actions where appropriate

Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation; ensures compliance with federal and state laws

Assists Shared Services directors with annual salary and bonus administration

Monitors industry developments and keeps apprised of new developments trends tools and solutions affecting their respective areas

Supports change management and the communication of related changes

Fosters communication across the department; proactively identifies issues and facilitates resolution

Processes new hire and separation paperwork; makes HRIS transactions and ensures data integrity

Qualifications

Skills & Competencies :

Understands best practices in the field of Human Resources; general knowledge of employment laws and practices

Knowledge of the legal industry and strong business acumen

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) professional demeanor and presentation

Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks

Analytical with strong problem-solving skills takes initiative and uses good judgment excellent follow-up skills

Provide outstanding client service meet high quality standards for services and meet or exceed client expectations

Education & Prior Experience :

Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources Business management or related field

Minimum of eight years experience in Human Resources Business management or related field preferably in a law firm environment including prior management / supervisory experience

Demonstrated ability to effectively recruit

Professional in Human Resources (PHR / SPHR) or SHRM-CP / SCP certification preferred

Technology :

Experience with ATS and HRIS systems (preferably Workday)

Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word PowerPoint Excel and Outlook

Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

The expected pay range for this position is :

$100000 to $130000 per year

Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience location and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus health insurance with an optional HSA short term disability long term disability dental insurance vision care life insurance Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401K vacation sick time and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include : voluntary accident insurance voluntary life voluntary disability voluntary long term care voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individuals race sex or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.

Key Skills

Marketing & Sales,Business Administration,Bid,Instrumentation & Control,HACCP

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 100000 - 130000