Overview

The Director, Human Resources at Cornerstone Research is responsible for a full range of HR services and programs with a focus on employee relations, performance management, learning and development, and the ongoing development of HR systems. This role serves as a vital partner to the Chief Human Resources Officer, leading the HR team and providing empathetic and strategic counsel to all levels of the organization. Cornerstone Research is a 1,000-person firm across nine offices with more than 55 nationalities. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You’ll Love It Here

• Embrace learning and continuous improvement
• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer
• Are passionate about what you do

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR programs and policies to support the firm’s vision and values while emphasizing continuous improvement, teamwork, high performance and quality.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local legislation as well as the firm’s procedures and policies.
• Serve as the project manager for the development, implementation and communication of new processes designed to streamline or create efficiencies from an HR perspective.
• Manage special projects, from strategic vision to implementation.
• Work closely with managers to identify, evaluate, and address employee relations, morale, work performance, and organizational productivity concerns; coach managers in best practices for providing effective performance feedback.
• Work closely with HR managers to provide guidance on the recruiting process for all corporate and administrative positions by implementing best practices and ensuring compliance.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services experience preferred.
• Experience managing a team at varying levels, including providing guidance to team managers with direct reports.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced technological skills and experience with an HRMS; Workday preferred.
• Strong employee relations experience.
• Ability to excel on a team comprised of specialists and generalists based in varying geographic locations and time zones.
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.
• The mindset to provide superior service.
• Ability and desire to balance strategic guidance and vision with remaining a hands-on team member.
• The ability to commute to our office in Boston, Chicago, Washington, DC or San Francisco, to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2-3 days per week in office.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.
• PHR or SHRM-CP required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: a competitive market base salary; the base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in all eligible locations and may differ by geographic location and cost of living considerations. Premium and opportunities such as annual performance bonus and comprehensive benefits including flexible healthcare options, paid time off, and retirement savings are included. Relocation assistance is not offered. Boston: $182,800.00 – $247,600.00; Chicago: $179,500.00 – $243,100.00; San Francisco: $183,600.00 - $248,700.00; Washington, DC: $165,400.00 - $224,000.
• We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace.

About Cornerstone Research

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings. We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results. We invest in our people through meaningful learning and development opportunities and engaging culture.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.