Portland, ME

POSITION OVERVIEW

The HR Coordinator will work directly with the Chief People Officer and Human Resources Manager, providing support to manage and facilitate human resource needs and processes of a dynamic law office. The HR Coordinator will be a proactive and resourceful team player required to “roll up their sleeves” to manage day-to-day needs effectively in a fast paced, yet uniquely positive office culture. This position will support the full range of Human Resources functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Effective and efficient execution of HR processes and programs
• Support and solve for needs of the employees of the firm
• Assist with the operational team (non-attorney) recruitment process including screening, scheduling of interviews, follow-up communications, verification of work histories, references, and background checks
• Assist in onboarding new employees into the Bernstein Shur culture
• Assist with firm wide events, including but not limited to employee engagement planning and execution
• Support the CPO and the HR department global needs, not limited to but including general correspondences and reconciliations for the HR department
• Maintain schedule and support executive assistant needs of the Chief People Officer.
• Maintenance of Policies and Procedures as directed
• Contribute to the creation and establishment of the new HRIS system
• Perform other duties as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area
• At least 2 years of experience in a role with relevant similarities
• Experience with high level professional services and administrative support employees strongly preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in managing Outlook calendars for multiple people/teams
• Willing to support recruiting efforts as directed
• SHRM certification or equivalent strongly preferred, required within 2 years of hire
• Future hybrid arrangement available upon approval, must start on site on a full-time basis

ENVIRONMENT:

• Office Setting
• Computer based work
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 15 lbs
• Sit/stand for extended periods of time
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Reliable attendance in the office on set days

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Hybrid work environment (at least three days in the office Wednesday anchor day)
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Group life and disability insurance
• Financial wellness program
• 401K employer match and profit sharing
• 23 days PTO starting on day 1
• 11 paid holidays
• 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Mobile data reimbursement
• Free parking

ABOUT BERNSTEIN SHUR

Our 100+ award-winning attorneys and professionals are driven, dominant, and deliver results. The ideal candidate will have a growth mindset, strive to achieve the highest level of professional excellence, and thrive in an atmosphere that’s collaborative, authentic, and respectful. We have exceptionally high standards for everything we do, and we’re looking for high-energy candidates who want to make a big impact. We work together to continually raise the bar and put our clients’ interests first. In 2023, Bernstein Shur was named one of Maine’s Best Places to Work for the twelfth time. It’s a reflection of our values and firm-wide commitment to create a culture that believes in diversity, flexibility, and family-friendly policies. Simply put, we desire to do great work—and have great lives.

Bernstein Shur is an equal opportunity employer.