Senior Level Human Resources Associate Jobs
Senior level human resources associate jobs place experienced professionals in ownership roles, leading workforce strategy, guiding policy decisions, and managing the HR initiatives that shape how organizations attract and retain talent. Openings are concentrated across Education, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available and employers like Watson Institute, Uline, and Kimley-Horn hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR seeks a collaborative, experienced employment attorney to provide high-quality, risk-informed, and practical legal support to help the enterprise ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies. The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, advanced interpersonal and influencing skills, an ability to anticipate and deliver legal support to satisfy the needs of a dynamic, diverse, and global business team, and the flexibility to manage an evolving variety of assignments.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support for all types of employment issues relevant to a global, employee-owned architecture and engineering company.
- In collaboration with the Chief Counsel Human Resources, provide pragmatic, solution-oriented, preventative, and proactive legal advice involving a wide range of employment law issues, which may include but will not be limited to, hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, internal investigations, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, employee mobility, and immigration.
- Regularly engage with HDR’s human resources and business professionals on a global scale.
- Proactively monitor and understand global employment law changes and trends.
- Review and support the development, implementation and updating of HDR policies and processes to mitigate risk and ensure legal compliance.
- Serve as a key contact to facilitate legal guidance on compliance with all laws and internal policies related to the employee-employer relationship.
- Assist the Chief Counsel Human Resources in the coordination and oversight of outside counsel as directed by the General Counsel.
- Develop proactive protocols to identify and manage employment-law risks and advise company management of the same.
- Develop and implement legal training programs as necessary.
- Handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality while displaying professionalism and tact with all levels of the organization.
- Engage with and represent the HDR Legal Department in a professional and constructive, supportive manner in all communications and interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned across all HDR companies.
LOCATION
This position is located in Omaha, Nebraska. Due to our collaborative team environment, we expect candidates to work in the office 5 days / week. Occasional flexibility for work from home is permitted with advanced supervisor approval.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
- A minimum of 8 years progressive experience practicing law
- Active license to practice law
- Law firm experience relevant to job description (e.g., transactional, litigation, etc.)
- Proficient analytical and oral and written communication skills
- Business acumen, with the ability to think strategically and advise on creative business-oriented solutions to legal issues, balancing legal risks against business interests in complex and ambiguous situations
- Strong results orientation with a dedicated client focus and ability to establish a trusted advisor relationship with business clients
- Experience with complex agreements (e.g., drafting, negotiating, and interpreting, dispute resolving, litigating)
- Ability to work efficiently and meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workflow, and adjust to frequent workload fluctuations
- Ability to work independently while also being a strong collaborator
- Ability to identify and manage risk inherent to projects in the engineering/architecture consulting industry
- Supervisory or mentoring experience
- Willingness to travel 25% of the time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience practicing employment law at a private firm highly preferred.
- Experience advising multi-jurisdictional organizations highly preferred.
- Progressive leadership and client or business management experience highly preferred.
- Working understanding of immigration regulations preferred.
- Member in good standing of a state bar, Nebraska preferred.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
PRIMARY LOCATION
: United States-Nebraska-Omaha
INDUSTRY
: Legal
SCHEDULE
: Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
: Regular
BUSINESS CLASS
: Marketing and Admin
JOB POSTING
: Sep 17, 2026
INTRODUCTION
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
HDR seeks a collaborative, experienced employment attorney to provide high-quality, risk-informed, and practical legal support to help the enterprise ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies. The successful candidate will have excellent oral and written communication skills, advanced interpersonal and influencing skills, an ability to anticipate and deliver legal support to satisfy the needs of a dynamic, diverse, and global business team, and the flexibility to manage an evolving variety of assignments.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal support for all types of employment issues relevant to a global, employee-owned architecture and engineering company.
- In collaboration with the Chief Counsel Human Resources, provide pragmatic, solution-oriented, preventative, and proactive legal advice involving a wide range of employment law issues, which may include but will not be limited to, hiring, performance management, discipline, terminations, internal investigations, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, employee mobility, and immigration.
- Regularly engage with HDR’s human resources and business professionals on a global scale.
- Proactively monitor and understand global employment law changes and trends.
- Review and support the development, implementation and updating of HDR policies and processes to mitigate risk and ensure legal compliance.
- Serve as a key contact to facilitate legal guidance on compliance with all laws and internal policies related to the employee-employer relationship.
- Assist the Chief Counsel Human Resources in the coordination and oversight of outside counsel as directed by the General Counsel.
- Develop proactive protocols to identify and manage employment-law risks and advise company management of the same.
- Develop and implement legal training programs as necessary.
- Handle sensitive information and maintain a high level of confidentiality while displaying professionalism and tact with all levels of the organization.
- Engage with and represent the HDR Legal Department in a professional and constructive, supportive manner in all communications and interactions.
- Perform other duties as assigned across all HDR companies.
LOCATION
This position is located in Omaha, Nebraska. Due to our collaborative team environment, we expect candidates to work in the office 5 days / week. Occasional flexibility for work from home is permitted with advanced supervisor approval.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
- A minimum of 8 years progressive experience practicing law
- Active license to practice law
- Law firm experience relevant to job description (e.g., transactional, litigation, etc.)
- Proficient analytical and oral and written communication skills
- Business acumen, with the ability to think strategically and advise on creative business-oriented solutions to legal issues, balancing legal risks against business interests in complex and ambiguous situations
- Strong results orientation with a dedicated client focus and ability to establish a trusted advisor relationship with business clients
- Experience with complex agreements (e.g., drafting, negotiating, and interpreting, dispute resolving, litigating)
- Ability to work efficiently and meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, prioritize workflow, and adjust to frequent workload fluctuations
- Ability to work independently while also being a strong collaborator
- Ability to identify and manage risk inherent to projects in the engineering/architecture consulting industry
- Supervisory or mentoring experience
- Willingness to travel 25% of the time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience practicing employment law at a private firm highly preferred.
- Experience advising multi-jurisdictional organizations highly preferred.
- Progressive leadership and client or business management experience highly preferred.
- Working understanding of immigration regulations preferred.
- Member in good standing of a state bar, Nebraska preferred.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
OUR COMMITMENT
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
PRIMARY LOCATION
: United States-Nebraska-Omaha
INDUSTRY
: Legal
SCHEDULE
: Full-time
EMPLOYEE STATUS
: Regular
BUSINESS CLASS
: Marketing and Admin
JOB POSTING
: Sep 17, 2026
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Senior Level Human Resources Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level human resources associate job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned HR processes end-to-end, not just supported them. Demonstrating that you have led initiatives like benefits redesigns, performance management overhauls, or employee relations programs gives you a clear edge. A working knowledge of employment law, HRIS platforms, and data-driven decision making is expected, and a history of mentoring junior HR staff signals readiness for senior scope.
Which companies hire senior level human resources associates?
Companies hiring senior level human resources associates right now include Watson Institute, Uline, and Kimley-Horn, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations with complex workforce needs, including large enterprises, fast-scaling mid-size firms, and companies managing multi-site or multi-state operations.
Are there remote senior level human resources associate jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and function. About 26% of senior level human resources associate openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how many HR tasks can be done effectively outside a central office. Employee relations, compliance, and HRIS administration are among the functions most commonly offered with flexible work arrangements at the senior level.
What makes a human resources associate role senior level?
Senior level human resources associate roles are defined by independent ownership of HR workstreams rather than supporting someone else's. Expectations include leading complex projects, interpreting and applying employment law, advising managers across departments, and mentoring more junior HR staff. The scope extends beyond transactional tasks to strategic input on workforce planning, compensation structures, and organizational effectiveness.
Which industries hire the most senior level human resources associates?
Senior Level human resources associate roles concentrate in Education, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors tend to drive demand because of their scale, regulatory complexity, or rapid workforce growth, all of which require experienced HR professionals who can work with limited oversight and handle nuanced employee and compliance situations.