Chief People Officer

1 month ago

Portland, United States Bernstein Shur Full time

Bernstein Shur is a highly respected regional law firm with 220+ team members and a strong brand presence in Maine, New Hampshire, and beyond. The firm is moving into our next phase of organizational development with a new strategic plan, a new CEO, and the addition of a Chief People Officer position. This strategic Human Resources leader is an essential position to achieving our strategic plan. The ideal candidate is motivated to take all of what they have learned in their fulfilling career to build a world-class HR function at one of the top law firms in the region. Our new Chief People Officer will have the support to cement our people practices foundation and build a strategic talent planning and business partnering function. This position reports to the CEO and is a member of our Administrative Leadership team.


What you can expect:


● The unique opportunity to launch the next phase of the firm with a new CEO; learning, prioritizing and building together.

● The opportunity to create a strategic HR function that contributes significantly to the next phase

of the firm’s growth and development.

● The freedom and flexibility to build an awesome HR function, with firm leaders willing to invest

in what’s needed to build the next phase.

● Highly impactful and valued work, with a strategic plan focused on people and culture.

● A Board and senior leadership team that is supportive and open to learning from you.


What’s needed for success:


● You have 15-20 years of HR experience, with at least ten years leading an HR function and team

in a 200+ people, multi-location organization. You have managed a team of direct reports, as well as coached managers.

● You have created and implemented a successful talent plan a number of times over your career.

● You are a fantastic translator of business strategy and the talent implications of a business strategy.

● You are masterful at change management and have tons of experience making thoughtful, successful proposals to leadership teams.

● You are unfailingly calm and level-headed in all types of situations.

● You model the importance of technology by digging into tech solutions in your work and life. You enjoy partnering with technology leaders to determine scalable tech-enabled solutions.

● You have a deep customer service orientation, while at the same time knowing when and how to

advocate clearly for yourself and others.

● You are a strategic thinker that is also motivated by rolling up your sleeves to get the work done.

● You are curious and enjoy learning about how businesses operate. You have a genuine interest in

the law firm industry and the unique elements of professional service organizations.

● You prioritize strong relationships, while at the same time you are results oriented. You know relationships and results go hand-in-hand.


We have an excellent overall package that we will customize based on your needs. This position is located in Portland, Maine, with travel to NH as needed. Relocation is happily offered.


Interested? Apply We are interested in hearing from you


Please e-mail cover letter, resume and references to apply@bernsteinshur.com


Bernstein Shur is an equal opportunity employer. All inquiries held in strictest confidence.

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