HR Business Partner (Employee Relations & Compliance)

BD&J is California’s leading personal injury law firm, having recovered over $2 billion for our clients. We are committed to delivering results our clients can trust, and that starts with building a strong, empowered, and supported internal team. We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Business Partner (HRBP) to drive employee relations and compliance initiatives that foster a positive, high-performing, and legally sound workplace. This role will also contribute to learning and development efforts that strengthen leadership capabilities and support employee growth across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to department leaders, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
• Partner with managers to address workplace concerns, mediate conflicts, and facilitate resolutions that balance firm needs with employee engagement.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including California labor laws, and ensure HR policies are consistently applied.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify talent gaps, provide guidance on recruitment and retention strategies, and support succession planning initiatives.
• Assist in disciplinary actions and coaching managers to effectively handle employee development and performance issues.
• Contribute to HR initiatives, including employee engagement programs, training sessions, and professional development opportunities, in collaboration with broader HR team.
• Act as a point of contact for employee questions, ensuring timely and accurate HR support.
• Partner with leadership to assess training needs and implement scalable learning solutions that align with firm goals and enhance organizational performance.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HR business partner or generalist role.
• Strong expertise in employee relations, HR compliance, and learning & development.
• Familiarity with California employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in a legal or professional services environment is a plus.
• High emotional intelligence, strong judgment, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and performance/proficiency bonuses
• 401(k) plan
• 80 hours of vacation in your first year + paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, with supplemental offerings
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

At BD&J, we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We pride ourselves on bringing the best results to our clients and know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.

BD&J is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

BD&J is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to a policy of compliance with all federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment. No questions included in our application process are intended to secure information to be used for unlawful purposes.

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