Kahana Feld seeks a Director of People Operations to lead the design, development, and execution of the firm's HR programs and policies in support of strategic objectives. This senior HR leader will oversee employee engagement, performance management, onboarding and orientation, compliance, benefits, and DEI initiatives, and will partner with firm leadership, practice group leaders, and department heads to drive organizational effectiveness and a high-performing, inclusive culture. The role reports to the Chief People Officer and can be located in the firm’s Irvine or Los Angeles offices. Key responsibilities include policy development and compliance oversight, benefits administration, payroll collaboration, DEI initiatives, performance management and development, onboarding, cross-functional collaboration, employee relations, and team leadership. Qualified candidates will have 7+ years of progressive HR experience (including 2+ years in a law firm), strong knowledge of employment laws, experience leading HR teams, and proficiency with HRIS and timekeeping systems. Travel of 10-20% domestically is expected. Salary range is $150,000-$175,000 DOE.

Kahana Feld seeks a Director of People Operations to lead the design, development, and execution of the firm's HR programs and policies in support of strategic objectives. This senior HR leader will oversee employee engagement, performance management, onboarding and orientation, compliance, benefits, and DEI initiatives, and will partner with firm leadership, practice group leaders, and department heads to drive organizational effectiveness and a high-performing, inclusive culture. The role reports to the Chief People Officer and can be located in the firm’s Irvine or Los Angeles offices. Key responsibilities include policy development and compliance oversight, benefits administration, payroll collaboration, DEI initiatives, performance management and development, onboarding, cross-functional collaboration, employee relations, and team leadership. Qualified candidates will have 7+ years of progressive HR experience (including 2+ years in a law firm), strong knowledge of employment laws, experience leading HR teams, and proficiency with HRIS and timekeeping systems. Travel of 10-20% domestically is expected. Salary range is $150,000-$175,000 DOE.