Job Description

Overview:

A growing and well-established law firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced and proactive Office Manager / HR Manager to oversee the firm’s human resources functions and daily office operations. This position plays a key dual role ensuring smooth office management while executing HR policies, procedures, and compliance.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can effectively manage recruiting, employee relations, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Office Management Responsibilities

• Oversee daily office operations, including supplies, vendor relationships, and office systems

• Maintain professional, organized, and efficient office spaces

• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate service providers

• Monitor office workflows and operational efficiency

• Liaise with building management and oversee daily facilities management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for IT services

• Ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations

Human Resources Responsibilities

• Manage candidate screening, interviewing, background checks, offer documentation, and onboarding

• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with Illinois and federal labor laws

• Handle HR functions including PTO tracking, payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee records

• Develop and implement HR procedures and internal policies

• Administer staff performance management processes, including annual evaluations

• Manage employee relations and conflict resolution

• Plan and assist with firm-sponsored events and team initiatives

• Perform other related duties as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in human resources, office management, and supervisory roles

• Knowledge of Illinois labor laws and HR compliance

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills

• Excellent time management and project management abilities

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

• High degree of professionalism and judgment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred)

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

• Collaborative mindset with interest in supporting the long-term success of the firm

• Law firm experience preferred

Work Requirements

• Daily presence in the Chicago office

• In-office position (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

• Flexibility to work after hours or weekends when necessary

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Generous benefits including 401(k), Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability

• Stable, long-term opportunity with a growing firm

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to play a key role in the operations and continued growth of the firm

Interested in learning more?

For more information or a confidential conversation, please reach out to:

Chelsey Haibeck

chelsey.haibeck@gogpac.com

605.501.4307

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.