HR Manager

HR Manager

Our relationship-driven and hugely successful US law firm client is seeking to hire for a newly created HR Manager role – with strong ER experience and UK employment law knowledge. While technical skills are important, this firm is equally focused on finding the right person – someone who thrives on building relationships, genuinely cares about people, and will make a real impact within one of the most collaborative and supportive HR teams in the market.

• Salary to £95,000
• Generous hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
• Exceptional employee benefits covering health, wellness, and family care

Key Responsibilities of the HR Manager:

• Lead and manage day-to-day HR operations across the London office
• Lead, manage and provide expert advice on a broad range of employee relations, performance management, and UK employment law, handling complex cases including grievances, disciplinaries, and conflict resolution
• Partner with managers and partners to deliver strategic people solutions that support business objectives, talent development, workforce planning, and employee engagement
• Support annual salary reviews, performance evaluations, and compensation processes
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and systems

Skills & Requirements of the HR Manager:

• 5+ years of HR experience within an ER focused role within a law firm is essential
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Extensive experience managing employee relations cases from initial investigation through to resolution
• Demonstrated experience coaching and influencing managers at all levels
• Experienced in managing and mentoring a team
• CIPD qualified

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