Senior HR business partner with a core focus on recruitment, resourcing and onboarding, performance management, training and development, Trainee Programme and other key projects such as management development, is needed to play a pivotal role within a premier Regional Law Firm.
This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to be a key contributor to the HR Team within a thriving, progressive Law Firm, with a line management responsibility for a small team of HR and training professionals. Reporting to the Head of Human Resources and delivering a 'best practice' HR service for the Firm you will be responsible for the effective execution of a range of people processes and a key contributor in managing , implementing and evaluating effective HR activities as part of the overall people and business strategy and aim to be an Employer of Choice'.
Key responsibilities
- Lead on managing all resourcing and recruitment activity including resourcing talent via a variety of routes (media advertising, website, referral schemes, agencies, social media), managing specific campaigns, using effective assessment tools and activities, and supporting and developing managers with effective recruitment and selection activities.
- Manage the communication support and roll out of the annual performance management process, including understanding and designing development support for employees and team leaders to ensure this is a meaningful and effective process.
- Overall ownership of the Induction and onboarding process for all new recruits supported by the broader HR Team.
- Own the Trainee Solicitor programme - overall recruitment plan and management of the training contract and Trainees' development through to qualification.
- Work on key development programmes and projects with the Head of HR to drive capability in performance and people management.
- Manage (in conjunction with the Head of HR and other training resources ) - annual training budget and planning process, internal catalogue of courses and providers
- Contribute to the development and delivery of new courses and development initiatives (and providers) in line with Firm needs and budget.
- Evaluate the overall effectiveness of a variety of training interventions and feedback into continuous improvement at a firm wide level.
- Any other ad hoc project based work and activities as agreed with the Head of HR.
- Be a contributor to the HR team engaging in key activities & sharing experience & work load and being a role model for the development of others within the team.
- Seek and drive for continuous improvement in the policies and procedures to ensure relevance, value and ease of operation.
- Measure effectiveness and seek feedback from others on progress and input into designing and developing improvements.
Who are we looking for?
Progressive HR Generalist at a Manager or Business Partner level with significant and proven experience of owning and delivering a range of complex HR management projects and activities relevant to the role. Examples would include: managing graduate/trainee recruitment and training programmes, experience of managing training programmes (including overall architecture and high level design), managing and liaising with training suppliers, undertaking training needs analysis and evaluation, induction processes, assessment centres and complex/bespoke recruitment activities and performance management processes. You will also:
- Ideally be experienced in a similar commercial business environment ie: professional services/B2B services/ Consultancy
- Ideally a Graduate and Member of the CIPD to at least MCIPD level or equivalent.
- Have experience of managing change and implementing improvements to existing services and working practices, including consulting with and understanding the internal client base.
- Be a team player, excellent communicator with highly professional presentation and communication style.
- Able to role model positive values and behaviours in line with the Firm brand.
- Have previous team supervision along with experience of previous working in a multisite organisation
We are looking for a results orientated individual with strong business judgement and plenty of initiative. Must be a resilient, assertive individual who is able to demonstrate gravitas and credibility, build great relationships, a great team player and has a concern for delivering quality and is seen as a trusted advisor who is reliable and dedicated.
About The Firm
One of the UK's largest law firms based outside London, offering a broad range of legal services with many of their lawyers recognised as leaders in their field. Recent winners of the Regional Law Firm of the Year' with offices in Bristol, Taunton, Exeter, Plymouth and Truro they seek individuals who can bring fresh new ideas to their organisation. They are supportive of their employees, clients and the South West region, and have ongoing determination to be a premier regional Firm
You will be offered a fulfilling career in support of the Managing Partner's strategy of being an employer of choice by attracting, retaining and developing talent. The main office base is PLYMOUTH, with regular travel to other office locations (Bristol, Taunton, Exeter and Truro). Excellent salary + benefits package tailored for your needs. Whilst the HR team are based in Plymouth, this role requires regular travelling so we are open to candidates based around either Exeter or Bristol too.
Contact
To apply for this Human Resources Manager - Talent Acquisition & Development role, please send your CV and covering email. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Any specific questions you are welcome to call our retained consultant, Michelle Jones directly.
Expires: 02/02/2012