Chief Human Resources Officer

UB Greensfelder LLP is seeking a full-time Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to provide strategic leadership to all Human Resources functions firmwide. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and will be based in the Cleveland or St. Louis office.

UB Greensfelder LLP is an AM Law 200, super-regional law firm focused on exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. Created in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., the firm's 275 lawyers advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. UB Greensfelder has nine primary office locations, including Chicago; Cincinnati; Cleveland; Columbus, Ohio; Florida; New York; Southern Illinois; St. Louis; and Washington, DC.

Responsibilities Include:

• Developing the overall human resources strategy in line with the firm’s strategic business plan and organizational goals.
• Provide strategic leadership to HR functions including design and implementation of benefit plans and compensation framework, policy development, change management, talent acquisition, succession planning, leadership development and training.
• Partnering with various department leaders on key organizational, development and employee relations matters while fostering a culture of employee engagement.
• Effectively leads, trains and develops team of 8-10 HR professionals across multiple offices, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of employment-related laws, regulations and overall best practices.

Qualified Applicants Will Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field required. MBA or other Master’s level degree preferred.
• Current and active Human Resources certification (SPHR or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• 10+ years of executive level Human Resources leadership experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Demonstrated depth of experience in: organizational development, change management, employee relations, talent acquisition and succession planning, policy development and HR operations/compliance experience.
• Ability to think strategically, influence and manage change in a newly merged law firm environment.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to C-Level Management, Governing Board, Practice Group and Committee Leaders, and other internal and external parties in a clear, concise manner.
• Strong consultative and coaching skills, and ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees.

UB Greensfelder provides top-quality, sophisticated legal services, serving business clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to international companies. Our work environment is business casual and we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer contribution, short and long term disability plans, life insurance, well-being initiatives, and paid parental leave programs.  If you desire to work in a truly people-focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you.

UB Greensfelder places a high value on diversity and is committed to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer