HR Manager 12 month FTC

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK law firm is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR strategy and oversee the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR within a legal or professional services environment, excellent stakeholder management skills, and knowledge of UK employment law. This role offers the opportunity to influence HR practices in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day HR operations across the firm.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations and performance management.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Ensure GDPR and regulatory compliance in all HR practices.

Skills

HR experience

Stakeholder management

Knowledge of UK employment law

Interpersonal skills

Education

CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above)

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced HR professional with a strong background in the legal or professional services sector?

Frazer Jones is partnering with a prestigious UK law firm to recruit a dynamic and strategic HR Manager (FTC) to lead their people agenda and support continued growth and excellence across the firm.

The Firm

This is a well-established, mid-sized law firm with a reputation for excellence in commercial, corporate, and private client services. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to professional development, the firm offers a supportive environment where HR is seen as a strategic partner.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the full employee lifecycle, driving HR strategy, and ensuring compliance with employment law and best practice. You’ll work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders to deliver people initiatives that align with the firm’s values and business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day HR operations across the firm.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance management, and employment law.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and talent development strategies.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Manage compensation and benefits benchmarking and reviews.
• Support organisational change and workforce planning.
• Maintain and improve HR policies, procedures, and systems.
• Ensure GDPR and regulatory compliance in all HR practices.

About You

We’re looking for a confident, proactive HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, intellectually demanding environment.

Essential Requirements

• Proven HR experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above).
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and build trust at all levels.
• Discreet, professional, and emotionally intelligent.

Interested?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your HR career within a top-tier legal environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.