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Human Resources Manager

$50 - $60 hourly
Job Category: Human Resources
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 160591
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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LaSalle Network is hiring an experienced Human Resources Manager to step into a high-impact role with a top university in Chicago. This 12–18 month opportunity is built for an Human Resources Manager who thrives in complex, deadline-driven environments and brings deep Employee Relations expertise.

This Human Resources Manager will partner directly with executive leadership, frontline teams and academic departments to deliver both strategic guidance and hands-on HR support. If you’re an HR Manager who can influence leaders, navigate antiquated systems and manage high-volume ER matters with confidence, this role is for you.

Human Resources Manager Responsibilities:
  • Serve as primary HR Manager partner to assigned departments
  • Lead high-volume Employee Relations investigations and performance matters
  • Coach leaders through complex ER situations and recommend compliant solutions
  • Support performance management processes and documentation
  • Partner on succession planning and workforce strategy discussions
  • Collaborate on visa/work authorization coordination
What’s needed?
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience with strong Employee Relations focus
  • Experience supporting executive leadership
  • Strong performance management and talent development exposure
  • Ability to operate strategically and tactically as an HR Manager
  • Comfort working in manual, non-integrated systems
  • Excellent project management and communication skills
What’s in it for me?
  • $50–$60/hour compensation
  • This position offers a hybrid working model of four days on-site in downtown Chicago.
  • Opportunity to influence leadership in a respected academic institution
  • Long-term contract stability (12–18 months)
  • LaSalle Network contractors have the opportunity to enroll in benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
If you’re an HR Manager ready to make an immediate impact in Chicago, apply today!

Spencer Weiss
Team Lead, Human Resource Recruiting
LaSalle Network

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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.