Benesch
Who We Are
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.
Working with Us - Come and "Be Benesch!"
We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a
Senior HR Generalist
in our
Cleveland
office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.
Position Summary:
Do you enjoy being a key player in a human resources department? Do you thrive on acting as the liaison between employees and managers to help ensure solid employee relations? Do you have a passion for policy, compliance and learning & development? Then our
Senior HR Generalist
opportunity is the position for you! This role is perfect for the individual who wants to help build curriculum, provide guidance, provide input on policy and processes and help drive Benesch's HR department with their future goals.
The
Senior Human Resources Generalist
is a key member of the Human Resources team, responsible for supporting a broad range of HR functions including employee relations, policy administration, compliance, compensation, and professional development. This role serves as a trusted advisor to both employees and management, supporting organizational goals and fostering a "First in Service" culture.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the development and implementation of learning and training initiatives to enhance employee skills and support organizational goals.
Administers HR learning tools and platforms and drives engagement with managers and staff.
Provides guidance to managers on employee evaluations, career development, and corrective actions.
Develops, implements and administers HR policies and procedures.
Drives compliance adherence at the federal, state, and local level across multiple states and offices, including California, Illinois, Ohio, Delaware, and New York.
Regularly conducts audits within the HR Operations function to ensure compliance with current laws and requirements
Stays current on regulatory changes and best practices in Human Resources.
Researches and recommends adjustments to pay ranges for all non-timekeeper positions.
Collects and analyzes detailed information about job duties to ensure accurate job classification and compensation.
Maintains accurate and comprehensive job descriptions for all non-timekeeper positions.
Assists in the annual compensation review and bonus calculation process for support staff.
Manages the Firm's intern program, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and providing ongoing support to ensure a positive and productive experience for all participants.
Conducts regular trainings to new hires on essential firm policies.
Backs up other HR team members on exit interviews, offboarding, orientations, and other employee-facing initiatives.
Collaborates with senior HR leaders on initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
Creates and maintains process documentation for areas of responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
The Senior Human Resources Generalist must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience. 7-10 years of well-rounded HR experience and HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) is preferred.
Essential skills include strong interpersonal and communication abilities, excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, integrity in handling sensitive information, and a solid understanding of employment laws. Experience with learning and development programming is highly preferred. Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office is required. The role involves close collaboration with HR and cross-functional teams, up to 10–15% travel, and flexible hours as needed.
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email Christine Watson at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.
Working with Us - Come and "Be Benesch!"
We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a
Senior HR Generalist
in our
Cleveland
office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.
Position Summary:
Do you enjoy being a key player in a human resources department? Do you thrive on acting as the liaison between employees and managers to help ensure solid employee relations? Do you have a passion for policy, compliance and learning & development? Then our
Senior HR Generalist
opportunity is the position for you! This role is perfect for the individual who wants to help build curriculum, provide guidance, provide input on policy and processes and help drive Benesch's HR department with their future goals.
The
Senior Human Resources Generalist
is a key member of the Human Resources team, responsible for supporting a broad range of HR functions including employee relations, policy administration, compliance, compensation, and professional development. This role serves as a trusted advisor to both employees and management, supporting organizational goals and fostering a "First in Service" culture.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the development and implementation of learning and training initiatives to enhance employee skills and support organizational goals.
Administers HR learning tools and platforms and drives engagement with managers and staff.
Provides guidance to managers on employee evaluations, career development, and corrective actions.
Develops, implements and administers HR policies and procedures.
Drives compliance adherence at the federal, state, and local level across multiple states and offices, including California, Illinois, Ohio, Delaware, and New York.
Regularly conducts audits within the HR Operations function to ensure compliance with current laws and requirements
Stays current on regulatory changes and best practices in Human Resources.
Researches and recommends adjustments to pay ranges for all non-timekeeper positions.
Collects and analyzes detailed information about job duties to ensure accurate job classification and compensation.
Maintains accurate and comprehensive job descriptions for all non-timekeeper positions.
Assists in the annual compensation review and bonus calculation process for support staff.
Manages the Firm's intern program, including recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and providing ongoing support to ensure a positive and productive experience for all participants.
Conducts regular trainings to new hires on essential firm policies.
Backs up other HR team members on exit interviews, offboarding, orientations, and other employee-facing initiatives.
Collaborates with senior HR leaders on initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement efforts.
Creates and maintains process documentation for areas of responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
The Senior Human Resources Generalist must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience. 7-10 years of well-rounded HR experience and HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) is preferred.
Essential skills include strong interpersonal and communication abilities, excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, integrity in handling sensitive information, and a solid understanding of employment laws. Experience with learning and development programming is highly preferred. Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office is required. The role involves close collaboration with HR and cross-functional teams, up to 10–15% travel, and flexible hours as needed.
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email Christine Watson at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities