HR Business Partner

My client is a mid-size international law firm looking to hire a HR Business Partner for their London based office.  This newly created role is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to develop with the expanding firm.

The HR Business Partner will be responsible for providing commercial HR business partnering for the Insurance Fee Earning division of the firm.

The key duties will include:

• Acting as an internal client facing representative of the HR Business Partnering team
• Working across the business to deliver a holistic HR service and identifying ways in which HR initiatives and projects can add value and be implemented
• Being the first point of contact for all ER matters, including grievances and disciplinaries, when required
• Providing managers with high level coaching and guidance on managing performance and sickness absence
• Taking ownership of the new joiner process and delivering high level HR advice to managers in respect of new joiner performance
• Ensuring all policies and procedures are efficient and in line with the business needs, such as flexible working arrangements
• Undertaking salary reviews with the HRD, HR Manager and relevant Partners

The proactive HR Business Partner will have previous Business Partnering and Employee Relations experience, preferably in a law firm or professional services area. You will be highly organised with strong employment law knowledge, and have a proven record in handing non-routine Employment Relation scenarios in a professional and confidential manner. An ability to communicate clearly and influence senior management, as well as confidence in delivering presentations and statistical management information will be required for this role. Your problem-solving skills will be exceptional as will your attention to detail.

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