Human Resources Generalist

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist

Position Type:          Full Time, Exempt

Hybrid Flexible (2-3 days on-site)

Location:                   Los Angeles

Salary Range: $79,000.00 - $131,000.00 annually*

*The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position.  The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire.  The posted range is only one component of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP’s Total Rewards package.

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The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for managing and resolving employee relations issues within the organization. The HR Generalist conducts investigations, provides guidance to managers and employees, and ensures compliance with company policies and employment laws.  The HR Generalist assists employees with Leave of Absence administration and needs for accommodations.  The HR Generalist reports to the Director of Human Resources and works closely with HR, management and counsel as needed to foster a positive work environment and address any concerns that may arise.

JOB FUNCTIONS 

Employee Relations

•    Consults and advises employees and leaders on compliance with employment-related programs, policies and procedures, employment laws, employee relations matters, conflict resolutions, disciplinary processes and terminations.
•    Conducts thorough and timely investigations into employee complaints and allegations of violations of employment policies. Collaborates with HR management, leaders, attorneys, and employees to ensure that investigations and disciplinary processes are handled in a fair, timely manner consistent with Firm policies. 
•    Maintains accurate and confidential records of employee relations cases.
•    Provides coaching and guidance to managers and employees regarding employee relations issues, investigations and managing performance.
•    Administers standardized employee performance review programs including probationary reviews and annual performance evaluations. 
•    Collaborates with HR and management to address and resolve employee concerns.
•    Assesses best practices for investigations and performance management for implementation as agreed with HR leadership.  Develops and implements employee relations programs and initiatives.

Employee Welfare

•    Uses independent judgement to administer leaves of absence, medical accommodations and workers’ compensation claims in accordance with all applicable regulations including ADA, COBRA, EEO, ERISA, FMLA/CFRA, HIPAA, ACA, Social Security, Workers Compensation, and other applicable federal and California or District of Columbia codes and disability programs, and other relevant regulations.  
•    Consults and collaborates with other Benefits team members and Payroll to ensure flawless administration of benefits and payroll for employees throughout their leave, accommodation or workers’ compensation claim as needed. 
•    Proactively liaises with third parties such as insurance and health and wellness service providers  as needed to maintain an excellent standard of service delivery to employees needing a leave, accommodation or filing a workers’ compensation claim.  
•    Maintains proactive communication with management and HR leadership on status of all leave, accommodation, workers’ compensation or other welfare concerns.  Collaborates with counsel as needed. 
•    Maintains professional knowledge of relevant regulations and practices; assesses protocols and best practices in administering leaves, accommodations or workers’ compensation claims and makes recommendations to HR leadership for implementation. 
•    Other duties, as assigned.

COMPETENCIES
Communicates effectively    
Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision Quality   
Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. 
Collaborates    
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Customer focus    
Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Problem Solving    
Seeks solutions to problems; proposes creative and effective solutions to problems; examines underlying cause of problems when seeking a solution.
Drives results    
Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Organization and Time Management    
Orderly in approach to work; able to plan and execute work effectively and accurately; tracks and follows through on requests; prioritizes and understands urgency; able to be punctual and prepared; manages multiple tasks simultaneously.
Manages Complexity    
Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. 
Instills trust    
Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Integrity    
Deals with ethical issues appropriately.  Acts in a way that is consistent with Firm values.

TOOLS
•    MS Office software
 

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS
1.    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
2.    Minimum of 5 years in employee relations/investigations.
3.    Experience consulting/advising stakeholders on employment law principles such as prohibited harassment, violence prevention, privacy and other relevant regulations, and investigations.
4.    Experience in performance management and advising on performance issues.
5.    Demonstrated understanding of ADA, COBRA, EEO, ERISA, FMLA/CFRA, HIPAA, ACA, Social Security, Workers Compensation, applicable federal and California state codes and disability programs, and other relevant regulations.
6.    Ability to establish cross-functional relationships at all levels.
7.    Ability to convey opinions and recommendations in both spoken and written communications.
8.    Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
9.    Excellent problem solving skills, with the ability to organize and analyze sometimes conflicting data.
10.    Excellent project management and organizational skills.
11.    Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
12.    Experience with Workday preferred. 
13.    Some experience in benefits administration preferred. 
14.    Law firm experience preferred.
 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Writing, typing, reading, speaking, hearing, seeing, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, lifting up to 25 lbs.
 

WORKING CONDITIONS
Quiet office environment in a high-rise building, seated the majority of the time.
 

DIRECT REPORTS
None

The Human Resources Generalist role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today’s world.

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About Munger, Tolles & Olson

Munger, Tolles & Olson has been consistently ranked on The American Lawyer’s A-List since its inception in 2004, including nine years in the top spot. We strive to hire only the most qualified and creative lawyers. We believe that clerkships provide valuable experience. In this regard, about 80% of our attorneys served as law clerks to federal or state judges and sixteen attorneys were clerks to U.S. Supreme Court Justices. We recruit and retain the best professional talent to support our Attorneys with a focus on service and excellence. We have a full spectrum of functional positions including Information Technology, Information Security, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal Support, and Marketing.

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MTO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles (for example, braids, locks, and twists), color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, marital or domestic partner status, parental or family care status, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability or medical condition, genetic characteristic, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  It is the policy of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP to prohibit discrimination, unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment), and retaliation.  This commitment prohibits such conduct by any individual involved in MTO’s operations and by anyone doing business with or on behalf of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP.

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Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP (MTO) does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd parties or agencies.  Any unsolicited resumes and profiles received from 3rd parties or agencies will be considered property of MTO and no fees will be due or paid.  If you wish to become an approved Agency with MTO, please contact a member of the MTO Talent Acquisition Team.