Human Resources & Office Operations Manager | Law Firm | Onsite role in Manhattan, NY
Human Resources & Office Operations Manager
We are looking for a seasoned HR generalist who can operate independently, make sound business decisions, and become a trusted advisor to leadership while owning the firm's day-to-day HR function.
Midtown Manhattan, NY
Primarily Onsite (Potential for 1 Hybrid Day)
Salary: Approximately $125,000 + Excellent Benefits
Our client, a well-established and highly respected New York City law firm with approximately 50 employees, is seeking an experienced Human Resources & Office Operations Manager to lead the firm's HR function while overseeing select office operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional who enjoys working closely with leadership, wearing multiple hats, and serving as a trusted resource for employees. The successful candidate will own the firm's day-to-day HR function, provide sound guidance to leadership, and help ensure the firm's people operations and office functions run smoothly.
What You'll Do
Lead Human Resources
Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding.
Serve as the primary HR resource for employees, providing guidance on workplace policies, benefits, and HR matters.
Partner with firm leadership on HR strategy, employee engagement, and organizational initiatives.
Exercise sound judgment and provide thoughtful recommendations on employee and organizational matters.
Administer HR Programs
Manage employee benefits, including medical, 401(k), paid time off, leave administration, and open enrollment.
Oversee payroll administration and coordinate with internal accounting staff.
Maintain employee records, the employee handbook, and HR policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices.
Coordinate recruiting efforts and support hiring managers throughout the hiring process.
Support Office Operations
Supervise the office services team and oversee select administrative functions.
Coordinate office vendors, supplies, facilities, and day-to-day office operations.
Review invoices and work closely with the firm's bookkeeper to support smooth business operations.
Qualifications
5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
Experience managing employee relations, benefits administration, recruiting, onboarding, payroll administration, and HR compliance.
Experience serving as the primary HR resource or HR department of one, with the ability to independently manage day-to-day HR operations.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while partnering closely with executive leadership.
Law firm experience is strongly preferred, though candidates from other professional services environments will also be considered.
Experience overseeing office administration or operations is a plus.
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for someone who is:
Hands-on, proactive, and highly organized.
Professional, approachable, and service-oriented.
Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a collaborative environment.
Able to exercise sound judgment and make thoughtful recommendations to leadership.
Comfortable owning the HR function with minimal day-to-day direction.
Able to build strong relationships while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
Excited to make a meaningful impact within a close-knit organization.
Why Join?
Well-established and highly respected New York City law firm.
Approximately 50 employees with a collaborative, supportive culture.
Opportunity to own the firm's HR function and serve as a trusted advisor to leadership.
Business casual environment.
Typical hours of 9am-5pm.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and commuter benefits.
Location:
New York City, NY (primarily on-site)
Compensation:
Approximately $125,000 per year, plus discretionary year-end bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
At TSS, we specialize in creating meaningful connections between talented professionals and impactful organizations. We staff for temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire roles, and put a strong emphasis on building relationships and paying attention to the details to help make placements that exceed expectations!
TSS proudly follows all equal opportunity employment policies and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
JOB TITLE: Human Resources & Office Operations Manager
COMPANY: Law Firm
LOCATION: Manhattan, NY. Fully onsite role, occasional remote days.
SALARY: $125,000/year and excellent benefits.
START DATE: ASAP
JOB ORDER NUMBER: 11343
HOW TO APPLY: Click on the apply button to send your resume to TSS. Please make sure to reference the job title or number.
This role is a FULL TIME position sourced through TSS. You would be employed and paid by the client company but we would represent you up until the offer stage.