Omaha, Nebraska, United States · Hybrid
Shape the Future of a Leading Nebraska-Based Regional Law Firm Baird Holm LLP is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to join our leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a huma…
Skills: Strategic Planning, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation Administration, Payroll Administration
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The Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic advisor to firm leadership while managing all operational HR functions. Responsibilities include overseeing employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, and inclusion initiatives to enhance the employee experience.
Candidates need a bachelor's degree or equivalent and at least five years of progressive HR management experience. Proficiency in employment law, HR technology, and a proven track record of implementing strategic initiatives are required.
Shape the Future of a Leading Nebraska-Based Regional Law Firm
Baird Holm LLP is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to join our leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a human resources leader who thrives at both the strategic and operational levels. The Director of Human Resources serves as a key advisor to firm leadership while also taking an active role in implementing initiatives, leading change efforts, solving day-to-day employee relations and operational challenges, and building support among stakeholders at all levels of the organization. This is not solely a policy-setting or administrative leadership role; it is a highly engaged position that requires the ability to translate strategy into action and deliver measurable results.
As a member of the firm's management team, you will help shape the employee experience for attorneys and staff throughout their careers at Baird Holm-from recruitment and onboarding to professional development, engagement, retention, and succession planning. You will serve as a trusted advisor to firm leadership, oversee all human resources functions, and help foster a workplace culture where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work. The role also provides leadership and support for the firm's inclusion initiatives.
About Baird Holm
Baird Holm LLP is a full-service law firm with over 100 attorneys serving clients throughout Nebraska and beyond. Since 1873, we have built our reputation on providing practical, innovative legal solutions while maintaining a culture that values collaboration, integrity, professionalism, and client service. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive.
Position Overview
The Director of Human Resources is both a strategic leader and an active practitioner. While the role is responsible for helping define the firm's people strategy, success in this position requires more than developing recommendations or policies. The Director must build relationships, gain stakeholder buy-in, lead change initiatives, and personally drive implementation. The ideal candidate enjoys moving between high-level strategic discussions and the day-to-day work necessary to turn ideas into meaningful and lasting organizational results.
The Director of Human Resources provides leadership for all human resources functions, including:
This position works closely with the Executive Director, Executive Committee, Recruiting Committee, department leaders, attorneys, and staff to support the firm's strategic goals and maintain a positive, high-performing workplace culture.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will possess:
Why Join Baird Holm?
We offer more than a competitive compensation and benefits package. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve as both a strategic thought partner and an operational leader. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to shape HR strategy while also playing a direct role in bringing those ideas to life and seeing their impact across the firm.
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If you are a collaborative HR leader who enjoys partnering with management, developing people, improving processes, and helping organizations thrive, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.
Connecting our clients to the positive outcomes they seek.
Baird Holm LLP's integrated team of 96 attorneys, licensed in 22 states, is committed to connecting each of its valued clients to the positive outcomes they seek. With extensive and diverse expertise, Baird Holm leverages each attorney's skills to respond efficiently to its clients' local, regional, national and international legal needs. The Firm is proud to represent public and private companies, individuals, private funds and other investors, financial institutions, governmental entities and nonprofit organizations. Rooted by the promise to constantly evolve in anticipation of its clients' rapidly changing needs, Baird Holm has enjoyed steady and measured growth since its founding in 1873. Today, Baird Holm attorneys look to the future as they carry on the legacy created by their visionary founders. Baird Holm attorneys have broad experience in civil law practice, including: Banking & Finance, Bankruptcy & Financial Dispute Resolution; Business, Tax & Estate Planning; Corporate & Business Matters; Education; Environmental; Government Affairs & Lobbying; Health Care; Labor Relations & Employment; Litigation; Patent Counseling & Prosecution, Privacy & Data Protection, Real Estate & Construction; Securities; Tax Credit & Alternative Financing; and Technology & Intellectual Property.
Offices: 1700 Farnam Street, Suite 1500, Omaha, NE 68102, US
Connecting our clients to the positive outcomes they seek.
Baird Holm LLP's integrated team of 96 attorneys, licensed in 22 states, is committed to connecting each of its valued clients to the positive outcomes they seek. With extensive and diverse expertise, Baird Holm leverages each attorney's skills to respond efficiently to its clients' local, regional, national and international legal needs. The Firm is proud to represent public and private companies, individuals, private funds and other investors, financial institutions, governmental entities and nonprofit organizations. Rooted by the promise to constantly evolve in anticipation of its clients' rapidly changing needs, Baird Holm has enjoyed steady and measured growth since its founding in 1873. Today, Baird Holm attorneys look to the future as they carry on the legacy created by their visionary founders. Baird Holm attorneys have broad experience in civil law practice, including: Banking & Finance, Bankruptcy & Financial Dispute Resolution; Business, Tax & Estate Planning; Corporate & Business Matters; Education; Environmental; Government Affairs & Lobbying; Health Care; Labor Relations & Employment; Litigation; Patent Counseling & Prosecution, Privacy & Data Protection, Real Estate & Construction; Securities; Tax Credit & Alternative Financing; and Technology & Intellectual Property.
Offices: 1700 Farnam Street, Suite 1500, Omaha, NE 68102, US
