Chief Operating Officer Human Resources

Shape people strategy and organizational effectiveness as Chief Operating Officer for a well-established, multi-office law firm. Lead with structure and accountability.This hands-on executive oversees human resources, recruiting, employee relations, retention, and people management. The position also supports practice operations, leadership succession, and critical knowledge institutionalization. Success requires trusted relationships with attorneys, staff, firm leadership, and the Managing Partner.Key Responsibilities:
Lead performance management, retention, and people initiativesFoster collaborative, high-performing administrative teamsInstitutionalize critical operational knowledge for succession planningAssess staffing needs and improve resource allocationProvide leadership and mentorship to administrative teamsRequirements:
Experience leading HR, recruiting, and employee relationsDemonstrated people leadership in professional servicesStrong organizational process improvement recordAbility to build credibility across firm stakeholdersBachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related fieldCombine human resources leadership, organizational judgment, and operational focus to support this law firm’s people and succession priorities.
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