Chief communications officer Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

SUMMARY : The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) will act as a key advisor to Firm leadership and a valued contributor on the executive team regarding human resources. The CHRO will report directly to the Chief Talent Officer (CTO) with accountability to the Firmwide Managing Partner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Collaborate with CTO and Firm leadership to develop and lead the planning, design, and implementation of human resources initiatives to support current and future business needs across the organization, specifically tailored to the needs of a law firm.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of human resources and the human resources department, including legal / regulatory compliances in all markets where the Firm operates, recruiting, performance management, engagement, learning & development, diversity, equity, and inclusion, compliance, and facilities, with a focus on legal talent.
• Manage and optimize the HR budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently to support HR initiatives and organizational goals.
• Monitor and report on budget performance, identifying areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Develop, recommend, update, and implement the Firm’s HR policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with and support the Firm’s Office of General Counsel regarding HR matters and related training and risk management.
• Lead and inspire a strong People team that partners with the organization to support strategic and operational objectives by hiring, retaining, mentoring, and growing high-performing legal talent.
• Support the Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer in implementing the Firm’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) strategy.
• Evolve the HR systems roadmap and lead the function to ensure accurate data, robust reporting, and technology-powered processes and programs specifically tailored for a law firm.
• Implement Talent Acquisition best practices to build out the recruiting plan, strategies to source the best legal talent, and enhance the employer brand within the legal industry.
• Oversee, research, develop, and implement competitive compensation plans, benefit programs, performance appraisal, and employee incentive programs tailored to the legal profession.
• Support succession planning for leadership and other critical roles within the law firm.
• Craft roles based on market availability and business needs, partnering to build assessments to evaluate legal competencies and skills and enhance the overall employment brand to attract top legal talent.
• Operationalize workforce planning and human capital budget alignment within the unique context of a law firm.
• Build and lead processes to promote internal employee communication and culture-building.

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QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) :

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WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary work : Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

VISUAL ACUITY

Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is $380,000 to $450,000.