Strategic Human Resources Leader (CPO or Director)
Portland, ME
Full-time
Hybrid
2 months ago
About the role
HR CPO/Director
Bernstein Shur is seeking a strategic Human Resources leader to serve as a highly engaged partner in the firm’s continued growth and organizational development. This role may be filled at either the Director or Chief People Officer level, depending on experience and qualifications.
Bernstein Shur is a respected regional law firm with more than 220 professionals and a long-standing presence across Northern New England. This leadership role will help drive the firm’s strategic plan by continuing to strengthen and modernize the HR function in support of a dynamic, high-performing professional services environment. The position reports to the CEO and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Job Requirements
Director Level
Chief People Officer Level
Key Capabilities
Job Structure
Location and Work Structure
This position is based in Portland, Maine, with periodic travel to New Hampshire as needed. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered; however, consistent in-person presence in both Maine and New Hampshire offices is expected.
Compensation
Compensation will be determined in accordance with the firm’s mid-range compensation philosophy. Bernstein Shur is committed to considering all qualified candidates.
All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.
Bernstein Shur is seeking a strategic Human Resources leader to serve as a highly engaged partner in the firm’s continued growth and organizational development. This role may be filled at either the Director or Chief People Officer level, depending on experience and qualifications.
Bernstein Shur is a respected regional law firm with more than 220 professionals and a long-standing presence across Northern New England. This leadership role will help drive the firm’s strategic plan by continuing to strengthen and modernize the HR function in support of a dynamic, high-performing professional services environment. The position reports to the CEO and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
Job Requirements
Director Level
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience
- Master’s degree required; JD or comparable terminal degree preferred
Chief People Officer Level
- 10–15 years of Human Resources experience, including at least 5 years in an executive leadership role
- JD or other relevant terminal degree required
Key Capabilities
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to foster strong connections within leadership teams and between senior professionals and operational team members, and to influence at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrated success partnering with attorneys and other senior professionals in a professional services environment (law firm experience strongly preferred)
- Proven experience developing and executing talent acquisition and retention strategies
- Deep understanding of aligning business strategy with Human Resources initiatives
- Experience in policy development, governance, and compliance
- Strong change management capabilities and a thoughtful, measured approach to complex challenges
- Experience managing and optimizing HRIS platforms; familiarity with HiBob strongly preferred
- A commitment to delivering a high level of internal and external client service.
Job Structure
Location and Work Structure
This position is based in Portland, Maine, with periodic travel to New Hampshire as needed. A hybrid work arrangement may be considered; however, consistent in-person presence in both Maine and New Hampshire offices is expected.
Compensation
- Director: $150,000 – $200,000
- Chief People Officer: $200,000 – $300,000
Compensation will be determined in accordance with the firm’s mid-range compensation philosophy. Bernstein Shur is committed to considering all qualified candidates.
All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.
Skills
Law Practice