Office Manager​/Human Resources Manager

Overview

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Office Manager/Human Resources Manager to join their team. This is a critical, hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑centric environment and enjoys wearing both HR and Office Management hats.

Human Resources & Compliance:

• Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and leadership, ensuring consistent, fair, and compliant employee experience.
• Manage and administer employee relations matters, including addressing concerns, conflicts, investigations, and performance issues with professionalism and discretion.
• Maintain strong oversight of Illinois employment law compliance, including HR policies, employment practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee benefits administration, leaves of absence (including FMLA, ADA accommodations), and general HR operations.
• Lead and manage the full onboarding and offboarding process to ensure a smooth employee lifecycle experience.
• Partner closely with leadership on HR strategy, staffing needs, policy updates, and employee engagement initiatives.

Office & Facilities Management:

• Act as the primary point of contact for building management, coordinating office operations, safety, and facility’s needs.
• Oversee daily office operations to ensure a professional, organized, and productive work environment.
• Manage vendors and service providers related to facilities, office supplies, décor, office moves, lunches/events, and general workplace services.
• Maintain accountability across the office by being present, approachable, and actively engaged with employees throughout the workspace.
• Provide direct and dotted‑line leadership to a small team of staff members, which may include clerical, reception, litigation support, or file room personnel.
• Take a hands‑on leadership approach—remaining visible, accessible, and actively involved in day‑to‑day workflow and staff engagement.
• Ensure staff follow established procedures, maintain productivity standards, and adhere to company expectations.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources.
• Ability to demonstrate deep HR compliance expertise, particularly within Illinois employment law.
• Solid, well‑rounded HR knowledge base, including employee relations, benefits, leave administration, and compliance.
• Proven experience in an Office Manager / HR Manager hybrid role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Prior experience managing staff and being accountable for office operations and workflow.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization.

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $100,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 401K, Profit Sharing, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Office Manager/Human Resources Manager looking for a new and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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