Breaking into HR Tips for Law School Graduates with Non-Legal Backgrounds

Description

• Harrison shares insights on working in HR in a recent Q&A clip.
• Although they don't specifically place HR people, Harrison encourages individuals interested in HR to apply.
• HR is described as an excellent job that has helped many people.
• People who are passionate about HR generally enjoy working in this field.
• Harrison advises against expecting attorney-level salaries when transitioning to HR.
• The key to getting into HR is to apply for HR job opportunities.

Transcript

Transcript:

No, we don't place HR people. But I would just apply to say you want to work in HR. I think that's great. HR, by the way, is an excellent job. I can't say enough good things about it, and it's helped many people, and most people who are great into HR love it. I've known lots of people to do it and like it.

The best way to do it is to apply for these HR jobs. Again, bringing your salary expectations as what you should earn as an attorney to an HR job. No one cares that you went to law school and what they'll pay you so you won't make as much. But if you want to do it, you can get into HR.