What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Business Partner position at Meneses Law PLLC?
Title: HR Business Partner
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: HR Manager
Status: Exempt
Job Summary:
Meneses Law is an Immigration Law Firm seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) who will be working hand in hand with the HR Manager as a strategic supporter of leadership, supporting business objectives, regulatory requirements and promoting the firm’s culture and Core Values. If you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing highly confidential information while ensuring compliance with employment laws and ethical standards, come join a fast-growing firm where we invest in you and encourage career growth opportunities.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
- Advise managers on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance improvement.
- Lead investigations when necessary while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws.
- Support performance management processes by assisting managers in setting goals, conducting evaluations, and providing feedback.
- Align HR initiatives with firm growth, client demand cycles, and regulatory changes
- Promote a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse staff members
- Assist employees with benefit-related inquiries and manage benefits enrollment, changes, and claims.
- Conduct and manage benefit audits working with benefit providers
- Work closely with benefits providers to ensure employees have access to relevant plans (e.g., health, dental, retirement).
- Assist in developing and implementing HR initiatives to support organizational goals, including diversity and inclusion efforts, wellness programs, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Stay informed on HR trends and industry best practices, making recommendations for improvements to policies and processes.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws, including wage and hour laws, safety regulations, and employee rights.
- Maintain employee records in accordance with legal requirements and company policies.
- Prepare and submit regular reports related to HR metrics, compliance, and audits.
- Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.
Required Skills:
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant data tools to include MAC systems.
- Excellent time management skills, and ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Able to type 45 WPM or more.
- English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
- Proper phone etiquette
- Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.
Key Competencies:
- Maintain the strictest level of confidentiality with organizational information.
- Dedicated to fostering positive relationships and improving employee satisfaction.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to mediate disputes and find amicable solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manager HR data.
- Ability to act ethically with integrity and professionalism.
- Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Relationship building and influencing skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and take initiative in problem-solving.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in HR or a similar role.
- SHRM Certified or in the process of getting the certification
- Strong understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, and compliance regulations.
- Proficient with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion.
- Ability to conduct investigations relating to employee relations issues/concerns.
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Physical Demands:
- This position involves regular walking, standing sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
- Occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching
- May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment and viewing computer monitor for extended periods of time.
- Involves manual dexterity for using keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
- The ability to move and lift items up to10 pounds.
Benefits for Working at Meneses Law:
- Excellent Benefits (Medical, Employer Paid Dental, vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Selected (10) Days of Paid Holidays)
- 401k Match
- Work Life Balance Schedule: Operation Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. plus 2 Saturdays a month for certain positions
- Business Professional Work Environment
- Structured Training programs
- Meaningful Career Advancement Opportunities
- work with state-of-the-art technology
- Name Recognition & Prestige Immigration Law Firm
- Birthday and Anniversary rewards
- Sophisticated, challenging work
- Participation in a variety of volunteered events throughout the year.
- Must have the ability to work on a flexible schedule based on department and company needs
About the Company:
Meneses Law is an accomplished Immigration law firm with an outstanding track record of providing immigration services with the highest professional standards to our clients. We work with thousands of clients across the United States on Adjustment of Status, Visas, Petitions, Labor Certifications, Citizenships, Deportations, Waivers, DACA Renewals, and Asylum matters.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.