HR Business Partner

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm is seeking an HR Business Partner in London. The role involves driving performance-led HR initiatives, focusing on commercial goals, and partnering with senior stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in professional services and a strong commercial acumen. A hybrid working model is offered along with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Full BUPA healthcare

Pension matching scheme

Life Assurance & Death in Service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in professional services, financial services, or FTSE250 environments.
• Experience working in complex partnership environments.
• A track record of achievement and output, not just process.

Responsibilities

• Operate independently and drive performance-led HR initiatives.
• Partner with business leaders to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Lead HR initiatives that support strategic business goals.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder influence

Autonomous working

Job description

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Location: London City
Salary Range: £70,000-£85,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Full Benefits Package
Work Pattern: Hybrid (2 days WFH), Minimal Travel
Your new company
Working for a prestigious global law firm, you'll be joining a business that is actively elevating its HR Business Partnering capabilities. With a strong focus on commercial impact and performance, this company is investing in strategic HR talent to support 2 various client groups. You'll support a diverse stakeholder group including partners & supporting functions.
Your new role
This role has scope to grow into a Senior Manager position, offering a strong trajectory for the right candidate. With a newly formed CoE functions to support, you'll focus onCommercial partnering, performance, and talent strategy.
You'll be expected to:

• Operate independently and drive performance-led HR initiatives.
• Partner with business leaders to understand commercial goals and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Facilitate HR strategy that is commercially focused, not just process-driven.
• Demonstrate clear business impact through your work.
• Lead HR initiatives that support strategic business goals.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to drive engagement and development.
• Reduce reliance on ER casework and focus on business impact.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in professional services, financial services or FTSE250 environments.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to articulate the business value of HR initiatives.
• Experience working in complex partnership environments.
• Ability to work autonomously and influence senior stakeholders.
• A track record of achievement and output, not just process.

What you'll get in return

• Bonus: Discretionary
• Healthcare: Full BUPA coverage
• Pension: different contributions depending on age matching scheme max 10%
• Life Assurance & Death in Service
• Hybrid Working: 2 days WFH

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