HR Manager (Permanent)

Ref BS1079 Location United Kingdom Sub Location London Job type Business Services Department/Practice group HR Position Type Permanent

Role Summary To provide the full range of HR Generalist support to designated groups as detailed by the Senior HR Manager (SHRM) as well as managing full operational and strategic support to one Practice Group . There will also be the opportunity to contribute on specific project related tasks with the SHRM and both Central and Specialised HR functions covering the London office. Key Responsibilities HR Management: Collaboration with the Practice Group leaders, to understand the key business objectives in order to define, create and deliver HR solutions Monitor business and people performance and make relevant recommendations Develop and sustain strong business relationships with relevant line managers by giving professional advice and becoming a trusted advisor Provide expertise and advice on HR related issues Participate in regular discussions with the line managers on immediate resourcing and succession planning requirements in order to identify gaps and develop plans to fulfil both short term and long-term requirements Business improvement: Work with the SHRM, partners and line managers to implement business improvement, HR policies and processes Promote the use of HR Services to encourage efficient working Talent Management and Development   Support the identification and development of key talent within designated groups to enable individuals to meet their potential and the departments to meet their business objectives through effective succession planning Develop the relationship with, engender trust, and support relevant line managers Support the assessment of and collation of training and development requirements within the designated groups Deliver and monitor the effectiveness of training and development workshops – in particular management development and other essential skills courses Support and organise the mentoring scheme to ensure effective implementation and monitoring Manage the secondment programme within the department and liaise with the Secondments Manager to oversee all the relevant processes Communication and management reporting Work with the Practice Group leaders and partners to co-ordinate and manage internal communication initiatives and processes to improve employee engagement Participate in designated groups management meetings as the HR professional and expert Produce regular standard and ad-hoc management reports to enable appropriate decisions to be made Facilitate effective communication and knowledge sharing between the departments, SHRM and HR Services Recruitment, Resourcing, and Induction Manage the recruitment process within designated group by ensuring accurate and appropriate specification exists and ensure approval to recruit is gained (if necessary) Work closely with the outsourced Resourcing function to ensure that appropriate recruitment needs are met Deliver induction programmes Manage the joiner programme and conduct six month reviews within designated populations Salary and bonus review Manage the salary and bonus review process as it applies to designated groups. This will include the following: Communicating and co-ordinating all relevant parties Providing advice and support in relation to the decisions, maintaining objectivity and fairness Attending and facilitating salary and bonus meetings with line managers Advising on performance bonus levels Working with HR Services to capture and input data into the system Participating in London office ‘moderation’ activity for designated groups Appraisal Programme Managethe appraisal programme for the designated groups by monitoring progress and conducting the necessary follow up Manage the implementation of the appraisal process for the designated groups. This will include:  ensuring timely launch effective monitoring of progress acilitating the moderation process advising on the context and structure of messages to be delivered in appraisal meetings  Employee Relations and Performance management Keep fully up to date with all developments in terms of employment legislation and employee relations issues and utilise this knowledge to advise guide and direct line managers where necessary Manage long term sickness for the designated groups, liaise with Occupational Health where relevant and provide general support to line managers as required  Manage performance, grievance & disciplinary issues (including managed exits) within designated groups and support the SHRM in cases across the department General employee management Maternity – liaise with HR Services on all department maternity matters Liaise with HR Services and interact with the department around long term service and relevant awards Manage, with the HR Services team, requests for flexible working and other leave . Requirements A graduate with CIPD qualifications At least 5 – 6 years of generalist HR experience Previous experience working within a HR Manager capacity is essential Ideally experience within a professional services organisation or a company known for HR excellence Proficient IT skills including experience of HR databases and excel. SAP knowledge would be helpful The Individual Experience of working on own initiative within a demanding environment with the highest professional standards · Highly effective interpersonal and influencing skills Ability to write well and speak convincingly Ability to build credibility and strong professional relationships at all levels Ability to work autonomously Highly robust with a strong strength of character Pragmatic view of HR is required The above job description is a guide to the work you may be required to undertake but does not form part of your contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. Other Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered by the firm on the basis of their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing. Please note that, in line with the requirements of the UK Border Agency, non-EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EEA candidate can fill the position.   Freshfields is the official legal services provider to the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games (appointed February 2009)

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