Talent Management Advisor

Michael Best is seeking a Talent Management Advisor! The Talent Management Advisor serves as a practical HR business partner to assigned offices, departments, or business services groups. Reporting to the Talent Management Manager, this role partners with leaders, managers, attorneys, and staff to provide day-to-day guidance on employee relations, performance management, talent development, engagement, workforce planning, and the consistent application of firm policies and practices. This position requires sound judgment, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to balance employee experience, business needs, internal equity, and risk management. The Talent Management Advisor works closely with Talent Management, Recruiting, Benefits, Payroll, HRIS, and firm leadership to help resolve employee matters, support leaders through people decisions, and strengthen a consistent, professional, and responsive talent experience across the firm. Duties and Responsibilities:HR business partner support: Serve as a trusted HR point of contact for assigned employee groups, providing practical guidance to leaders, managers, attorneys, and staff on routine and complex people matters.Employee relations: Support employee relations matters by gathering relevant information, coaching managers, helping document concerns, identifying escalation needs, and partnering with the Talent Management Manager on sensitive or higher-risk issues.Performance management: Advise managers on performance concerns, coaching conversations, documentation, performance improvement plans, and follow-up actions that are timely, consistent, and defensible.Talent development and engagement: Partner with leaders and managers to identify development needs, support engagement efforts, encourage effective feedback practices, and help connect employees with appropriate resources.Workforce planning: Support discussions related to staffing needs, role changes, team structure, retention concerns, and talent risks, helping leaders identify practical options and implications.Policy and practice guidance: Interpret and apply firm policies, procedures, and employment practices consistently, escalating questions or exceptions that may create risk, precedent, or internal equity concerns.Change and communication support: Assist with organizational changes, team transitions, manager communications, and employee-facing messaging to support clarity, consistency, and a positive employee experience.People data analysis and insights: Analyze engagement, turnover, exit survey, and other people data to identify root cause trends, summarize insights, and influence leader decision-making around talent.Cross-functional partnership: Collaborate with Recruiting, Benefits, Payroll, HRIS, Learning and Development, and other internal teams to resolve employee and manager needs efficiently.Other duties: Support talent management initiatives, HR projects, and related responsibilities as assigned. Job Requirements: Education:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred; equivalent progressive HR or professional services experience may be consideredExperience:3-5 years of progressive human resources experience, including employee relations, performance management, manager coaching, and policy interpretationExperience advising managers or leaders on employee matters in a professional services, law firm, or multi-office environment preferredExperience supporting talent management, engagement, retention, workforce planning, or organizational effectiveness initiativesExperience documenting employee matters, tracking follow-up items, and maintaining confidential information with discretionComfort working with HR systems, Microsoft Office, reporting tools, and other business systemsSHRM-CP, PHR, or related HR certification preferred but not requiredSkills & Competencies:Strong HR judgment, discretion, and ability to recognize when employee matters require escalationAbility to build trust with leaders, managers, attorneys, staff, and HR colleagues across offices and functionsClear, practical communication skills, including the ability to coach managers and document issues in a professional, objective mannerWorking knowledge of core HR practices, including employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, engagement, and talent developmentAbility to balance employee experience, business needs, confidentiality, internal equity, and risk considerationsStrong organization and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple employee matters, deadlines, and stakeholder expectationsComfort using data, trends, and business context to identify issues, recommend practical solutions, and support decision-makingRequired: Use approved AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively to improve quality, efficiency, and decision-making, consistent with organizational policies, confidentiality, and applicable laws. The CompanyThis is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world.We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen. The LocationWe have offices in Wisconsin (Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); North Carolina (Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh, Wilmington); California (Los Angeles); Nebraska (Lincoln); and Washington DC. Our contemporary office spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration; supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients. This position can be based in our Milwaukee or Waukesha offices. Why You Should ApplyAt Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package. Learning and GrowthChallenging and Dynamic RoleCareer Development PlanningProfessional Growth OpportunitiesPerformance Management and CoachingSpecialized Training ProgramsHealth & WellnessMedicalDentalVision CareHealth Savings AccountsFlexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramTotal CompensationCompetitive Base PayAnnual Merit Review/Incentive PayOutstanding BenefitsGenerous PTO Plus 10 Paid HolidaysPlanning for the Future401(k) with Company ContributionShort Term Disability PlanLong Term Disability PlanLife InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceParental/Family LeaveCulture and WorkplaceRespected organization with Collaborative CultureGrowing Firm with an Exciting FutureContemporary Work EnvironmentPositive and Respectful Work ClimatePerformance Recognition To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal. Recruitment Agencies: Michael Best is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any Firm employees. Michael Best is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Michael Best & Friedrich LLP and Michael Best Strategies LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at (414) 271-6560 or careers@michaelbest.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.