Human Resources Manager

HR Support is delighted to be partnering with a growing, mid-sized London law firm renowned for its exceptional employer culture, to recruit an immediately available HR Manager (or Senior HR Advisor) for a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

This firm is widely recognised for its collegiate, welcoming environment and strong people-first ethos. Joining a friendly and supportive HR team, you’ll benefit from a hybrid working model designed to promote flexibility and work-life balance.

The role covers all elements of HR Management, but is also responsible for leading their graduate recruitment and trainee development – so it is essential that you enjoy (and have experience) in both generalist HR and Early Careers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident HR professional looking to take on a role with genuine ownership, visibility, and influence. Working closely with Partners, Business Support Managers and the wider HR team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering a high-quality HR service across the firm.

• Manage a broad range of HR matters, including employee relations, senior-level recruitment and benefits.
• Manage the Early Careers function.
• Support the development and delivery of a centre of excellence within HR.
• Advise confidently and professionally on complex and senior employee relations cases.
• Contribute to a variety of HR projects and initiatives.
• Provide hands-on support to the HR Director and senior stakeholders across the firm.

• Proven HR generalist experience gained in a law firm.
• Strong employee relations expertise, including handling complex and senior-level cases.
• Experience leading, or at least heavily involved in, the Early Careers function.
• A confident communicator able to build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, stakeholder-focused environment.

• The opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm with an exceptional employer brand
• Supportive, collaborative culture and engaging work
• Hybrid working plus strong exposure to senior stakeholders