• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all Human Resources functions • Accountable for the full talent acquisition lifecycle • Partner with firm leadership to support HR strategy • Ensure EEO compliance in all hiring • Oversee disciplinary processes and investigations • Champion employee engagement and well-being • Present HR dashboards to the Managing Partner and Executive Committee • Support the COO in administering Career Advancement Program (CAP) and Career Progression Program (CPP)

• Partnering with assigned leaders and business areas to provide practical HR guidance and employee relations support. • Regular travel in order to maintain appropriate onsite presence and support for all CA education program locations. • Handling mid-level to more complex employee relations matters involving manager coaching, performance management, conflict resolution, recurring issues, multi-step concerns, workplace investigations or higher operational impact. • Coaching managers on performance concerns, corrective action, documentation, communication, accountability and employee relations best practices. • Conducting or supporting workplace investigations, including planning, interviews, documentation, findings support and recommended next steps. • Providing guidance on ADA/accommodation matters, policy application, corrective action, performance management, employee concerns and workplace conduct. • Identifying employee relations trends and operational people issues and recommending practical solutions to assigned leaders and HR leadership. • Supporting employee experience, engagement, retention, culture and manager capability initiatives for assigned business areas. • Partnering with leaders on organizational changes, workforce transitions, new site support, restructuring support and other people-related operational needs. • Collaborating with HR Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Payroll, HRIS, Compliance, Training, and Legal to support consistent and integrated HR solutions. • Supporting implementation of HR initiatives, policy rollouts, manager training and employee communications. • Monitoring HR metrics, employee relations trends, turnover themes and manager support needs for assigned areas. • Escalating high-risk, legally sensitive, executive-level, enterprise-impact or complex matters requiring senior HR, Legal, CHRO or VP involvement. • Performing other duties as assigned to support HR department and organizational objectives.

• Responsible for the CONNECT system, provides guidance to all branch HR Coordinators and AO staff on the Human Resources and Advanced Benefit modules. • This includes report creation and generation (ad hoc), ongoing procedural guide creation/updating, various element testing (both HR and Payroll) and implementation. • Primary contact for all health and welfare plan administration/guidance. • Subject matter expert regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA). • Responsible for customization and management of file interfaces with vendors and insurance carriers, ensuring accurate plan enrollments, reconciliations, and timely COBRA notifications. • Assist Retirees and COBRA participants with various benefit plan inquiries. • Serve as primary contact for all staff members regarding Leave requests (FMLA, Disability, Personal, etc.) which includes maintaining, tracking, and managing the Disability/Leave files/records. • Assist in the management of the annual Open Enrollment process, which includes creating and distributing communications, and creating, testing, and implementing changes in CONNECT. • Assist in the administration of the Salary Administration Plan which includes assisting with grading all Association positions, answering various compensation questions, and assisting in the annual exempt and non-exempt performance appraisal process. • In addition, this position will assist in the Performance Plan process (Cornerstone administration). • Administration of the Incentive Pay program which includes monitoring eligibility, employee communications and ensuring payments are processed timely and accurately. • Responsible for the management of PTO accruals in CONNECT. This includes providing guidance to all staff on employee eligibility and proper calculations. • Work on special projects as requested by management and/or various departments.

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to client leadership teams, providing guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, organizational development, and talent management initiatives. • Analyze complex human resources challenges and develop practical, business-focused solutions that align with organizational objectives and best practices. • Advise clients on the development, implementation, and administration of human resources policies, programs, and procedures. • Monitor and assess compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures. • Conduct HR audits and assessments to identify risks, ensure compliance, and recommend corrective actions and process improvements. • Partner with client leadership to develop and execute strategic HR initiatives that support business growth and organizational effectiveness. • Interpret and communicate HR policies, employment regulations, and best practices to leaders and employees. • Evaluate existing HR processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery. • Develop methodologies for collecting, analyzing, and reporting workforce data to support informed decision-making and strategic planning. • Lead and support employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, performance concerns, and corrective action processes. • Facilitate organizational change initiatives and provide guidance on change management strategies. • Design, develop, and deliver training programs, workshops, and presentations on HR-related topics. • Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely completion and achievement of project objectives. • Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive service, proactive communication, and exceptional support. • Attend and participate in client meetings, conferences, professional development activities, and industry events as required. • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.