Strategic HR Lead

Position Title: Strategic HR Lead (Remote)

Contract: Full-time

Posting Jurisdictions: US, UK, Europe, South America

Compensation: TBC based on experience and location

Our Firm:

Sterlington is an international law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing. Our high-caliber partners work on complex business matters with a tailored approach to client service and a focus on financial flexibility and innovation.

We are the ultimate law firm for private clients, private capital, senior executives, founders, HNWIs and family offices, as well as related businesses, in both corporate and litigation matters. We take a commercial and wholistic approach to the legal and business needs of our clients.

Learn more at: www.sterlingtonlaw.com

The Role:

The Strategic HR Lead is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the firm. They will lead the firm's HR and organization, develop teams, implementing firm-wide policies and procedures that foster cultural integration and common values within a growing and complex international environment.

The HR Lead will develop a culture of collaboration and innovation across the firm and ensure that the firm's support functions are suitably structured to support the firm's continued growth. A strong foundation in US, EU, and UK employment law, human rights agencies, and work counsels, as well as knowledge of global HR practices is important given the international scope of the firm.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement a global HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
2. Partner with the firm's senior leadership team to forecast workforce needs and develop scalable HR solutions in the US and internationally.
3. Lead the integration of global HR practices to support a cohesive and inclusive organizational culture.
4. Oversee global compliance with labor laws, immigration, tax regulations, and employment standards in regions where the company operates.
5. Mitigate HR-related risks by proactively addressing legal and compliance issues.
6. Collaborate with senior leadership to create and develop programs to enhance team member satisfaction, engagement, and productivity.
7. Function as a strategic business advisor to the senior management team of the firm.
8. Oversee the design and delivery of onboarding and training programs to support global team members.
9. Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting and retention plans to meet the human capital needs of the firm.
10. Lead change management initiatives to support business transformation and growth.
11. Provide strategic direction on organizational design and workforce restructuring.
12. Design competitive compensation and benefits strategies that meet the needs of a diverse workforce while being sensitive to local markets and compensation laws.
13. Manage relationships with external vendors for payroll, benefits, and other HR services.
14. Work as a team with the firm's legal counsel to ensure legal compliance and best practices with regards to global mobility and cross-border employment issues.
15. Coordinate with legal and finance teams to ensure alignment across jurisdictions.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. BA in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MA and HR certification (SPHR, SHRM) preferred.
2. Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role preferably in a law firm or finance environment.
3. Extensive knowledge of U.S. federal and state employment laws and regulations.
4. Proven experience managing HR functions across multiple countries.
5. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and drive change.
6. Experience in investigating and resolving employee misconduct matters and dispute resolution mechanisms.
7. Experience in handling ESG policies and related training.
8. Experience managing US immigration and compliance obligations.
9. Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, ability to adapt to the needs of the firm.
10. Experience implementing HRIS systems and data-driven decision-making.
11. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
12. Excellent cultural sensitivity skills to work effectively in a global context.
13. Ability to travel domestically and internationally, often on short notice.

Sterlington is a full-service law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing.

Kindly be aware that compensation is presented in the local currency specified in the job advertisement. We invite qualified candidates from around the world to apply, emphasizing that those chosen for the position will have the opportunity to engage in discussions regarding local market rates and the corresponding compensation for the advertised role.

This position is not currently open to recruiting agency submissions.