Human Resources Manager

Miles & Stockbridge has positioned itself as an AmLaw 200 firm that is global in scope and in reach. Miles & Stockbridge maintains a reputation for a dynamic and approachable work environment that allows talented lawyers and staff from diverse backgrounds to thrive and grow. As part of our ongoing commitment to affect positive change, Miles & Stockbridge focuses on partnerships that benefit the community, reflect the causes our colleagues support, and allow us to collaborate with clients and neighbors to deepen relationships.

Miles & Stockbridge is seeking a Temporary HR Manager for our Benefits and Leave Administration. The person in this role will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the firm’s benefits program and leave administration. This role also plays a key part in ensuring compliance and supporting employee well-being. This role will also oversee key projects and collaborate with other HR team members and vendors to ensure effective service delivery, while leveraging internal support for projects and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

* Oversee all group benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness, and voluntary benefits. Lead the annual benefits renewal and open enrollment process. Work closely with the HR Leadership, Benefits Committee, insurance brokers

and outside vendors to execute the firm’s benefits package with compliance and fiscally responsible strategies. * Serve as the primary contact for benefits brokers and third-party administrators. * Ensure compliance with and reporting for ERISA, ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other federal/state requirements. * Oversee the delivery of employee benefits education and communication strategies including new hire benefits orientation. * Work closely with Senior Director of Human Resources to develop the firm’s Wellness Strategy. * Execute and manage the firm’s Wellness programs and provide oversight of wellness committee. * Oversee the administration of Firm leave programs including FMLA, ADA, parental leave, and other statutory and company-sponsored leaves. * Oversee the leave request process and provide guidance to employees and managers on leave-related inquiries and procedures. * Ensure accurate and confidential leave tracking in coordination with payroll and HRIS systems. Participate in regular audits to ensure accuracy and data integrity. Collaborate with HR Generalists and the HR Assistant by delegating

administrative tasks related to benefits, data collection, and documentation. Work closely with the HR Director on strategic projects and policy updates. Serve as a subject matter expert and internal resource for benefits, leave,

and HR Operations topics.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field of study. 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with a focus on benefits and leave

administration. * Extensive knowledge of relevant employment laws and compliance requirements (ACA, FMLA, ADA, etc.). Experience using UKG/UltiPro HRIS highly preferred. Must be employee focused and detail oriented. Excellent communication and vendor management skills. Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR) a plus.

Miles & Stockbridge offers a competitive compensation and benefits packages including PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, Firm sponsored Memberships (i.e. Peloton, Norton LifeLock), and more.

The pay range for this position is $119,000 - $135,000. The pay range provided is in compliance with state, city, or local employment laws and applies to this location only. Actual pay for this position will be determined based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, current market data, and business needs.

Miles & Stockbridge is not currently accepting resumes or assistance from search firms for this position.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position or sit for prolonged periods and repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is frequently required to perform light work that includes lifting and moving objects up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer and Acknowledgement:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements will exclude individuals who may pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties in this job description at any time for any reason.

Miles & Stockbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to cultivating an inclusive environment that embraces and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values