Location: New York,NY, USA
The Office Manager / HR Manager will assist in the preparation of the office operating expense budget and monitor monthly budget vs. actual progress; manage special functions and social events for lawyers and business services employees; direct supervision for the New York office administrative employees which include legal secretaries, facilities, and reception; manage the performance management, evaluation and compensation process for all New York office administrative employees. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in a law firm or other professional services firm is required.
This pivotal role will manage the relationship with on-site vendors; will manage coverage for attorneys in the absence of business services employees; will assign, in coordination with the Office Managing Partner and Administrative Partner, office space to new employees, including lawyers, paralegals, and business services; will work with building management on day-to-day facilities issues such as building security, cleaning and maintenance, heating and air conditioning, emergency preparedness, and general tenant issues; will arrange for repairs and maintenance of the office space such as painting, carpet cleaning, furniture repair, etc.
Bachelor s degree is required. SHRM or other HR certification preferred. Law firm or other professional services experience is required as are strong communication and leadership skills. Compensation includes a salary of $150K-170K plus robust benefits package. This is an opportunity to take the firm into the next chapter of its existence and have a strong impact on people and policy as well.
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