Manager, Talent Partner (HR Business Partner) - Chicago Remote

Are you a seasoned People leader with a knack for building strong relationships and fostering a thriving work environment? Imagine a role where you directly shape the culture and success of a dynamic, innovative company, empowering exceptional legal talent while driving business growth. Axiom is on the lookout for a talented individual to step into our Manager, Talent Partner position. If you're passionate about people strategy and ready to make a significant impact from wherever you call home, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us.

Overview

Axiom is transforming the legal industry. We are where legal teams go to find the right talent for everything from routine in-house tasks to complex outside counsel work. Many legal departments struggle, forced to choose between the high fees of traditional law firms, hiring full-time employees they do not truly need, or turning to low-cost agencies that simply cannot meet their quality standards. Simultaneously, top lawyers seek challenging legal matters but desire more control over how, when, and where they practice. Both scenarios represent compromises no one should have to make.

Axiom shares and meets the higher standards of its clients and lawyers, with our “work smarter, adapt faster, go further” approach. We connect growing mid-market and Fortune 500 companies with the world’s deepest bench of experienced, specialized legal talent. As a Manager, Talent Partner, you will join our global People team. Though based out of Chicago, this is a fully remote, worldwide opportunity. You will work alongside the business to develop policy implementation, support best practices, and coach leaders and employees, all while contributing to a values-driven culture and helping the organization achieve its ambitious growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner to assigned business units, understanding their objectives and translating them into People strategies.
Talent Development and Coaching: Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees on performance management, career development, and conflict resolution, fostering a culture of continuous growth.
Policy and Program Implementation: Lead the localized implementation of global People policies and programs, ensuring consistency, fairness, and compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
Employee Relations: Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough investigations and providing recommendations for resolution.
Organizational Effectiveness: Drive initiatives related to organizational design, workforce planning, and change management to enhance overall team effectiveness and productivity.
Data-Driven Insights: Utilize People analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and propose proactive solutions to support business goals.
Culture and Engagement: Champion Axiom's values, contributing to initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, inclusion, and a positive work environment.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, with at least 2 years specifically as an HR Business Partner, ideally in a Manager capacity.
Demonstrated ability to build strong, credible relationships with leaders and employees across all levels of an organization.
Solid understanding of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance standards, particularly within the US context.
Exceptional communication, influencing, and active listening skills.
Proven experience in coaching managers on performance, development, and team dynamics.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and globally distributed environment.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable insights.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is a plus.

What You'll Gain

The chance to play a pivotal role in a company that is truly innovating the legal services industry.
Exposure to a diverse, global workforce and the opportunity to impact high-caliber legal talent.
A supportive and collaborative team environment focused on professional growth and development.
The flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote work model, allowing you to manage your work-life balance effectively.
Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement within a growing organization.