Director of Human Resources
PJI Law, PLC
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Fairfax • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $135,000 - $150,000 per year
Job Level
Lead
About the role
- Lead and develop the HR team through clear direction, coaching, and accountability across all core HR functions, including talent acquisition, talent management, learning & development, payroll & reporting, and engagement.
- Design and maintain career pathways, compensation bands, and performance metrics to support retention and growth of top talent, as well as firm profitability.
- Oversee all aspects of recruiting, including job design, proactive sourcing, and structured hiring practices that strengthen the firm and our team.
- Support a culture rooted in high standards and core values.
- Ensure compliance with all employment laws and firm policies, and identify and manage risk proactively.
- Manage conflict resolution and sensitive personnel matters with professionalism.
- Ensure accurate payroll execution and efficient benefits administration.
- Continuously improve workflows and identify technology, automation, or AI tools that enhance the HR function and maximize firm resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a senior management or director-level role
- Strong personal initiative - a self-starter who acts promptly and with a sense of urgency
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with strong attention to detail
- Excellent organization and project management skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Excellent computer skills and an ability to leverage new software quickly
- Proficiency in the use of Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
- Proven ability to manage a team and deliver business results
- Strong sense of accountability, both for themselves and the team they lead
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, or similar certification.
Benefits
- Work-from-home Mondays
- Health/dental/vision insurance
- A retirement plan with an employer match
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- A full estate plan
- Access to professional and educational resources
- Fun and growth-driven team events
- Complimentary snacks and beverages
- Free and convenient parking
- A beautiful, clean, and professional office environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
talent acquisitiontalent managementlearning & developmentpayrollreportingperformance metricsconflict resolutionproject managementnegotiation
Soft skills
communicationorganizationpersonal initiativeattention to detailaccountabilityteam management
Certifications
SHRM-CPSHRM-SCP