Junior HR Manager

Nicholas Associates Group Limited; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in West Yorkshire is seeking a Junior HR Manager to support their growing team. This role involves assisting managers, specifically in the Real Estate team, and shaping HR services. The ideal candidate will have a strong generalist HR background, a CIPD qualification, and excellent communication skills. You will be partnering with stakeholders to drive improvements and support in employee relations cases. The position offers hybrid working options, making it an exciting opportunity to make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Experience covering the full employee lifecycle.
• Proficient in managing employee relations cases.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to identify people trends.
• Support managers in employee relations cases.
• Provide guidance on people-related matters.
• Use data to inform decision-making.

Skills

Strong generalist background

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage tricky HR matters

Confidence to influence and challenge

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

Junior HR Manager - Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors

£40k-£45k | Full time, Permanent | West Yorkshire - Hybrid working

Ashley Kate is delighted to be exclusively partnering with Chadwick Lawrence, one of Yorkshire's most respected law firms, as they look to recruit a brand-new Junior HR Manager to support their growing team.

Known as "Yorkshire's Legal People", Chadwick Lawrence have built an enviable reputation for providing trusted legal services to businesses and individuals across the region. Their culture is one that truly values people, both clients and colleagues, making this an exciting time to join them as they continue to grow and develop.

The role

Reporting to the Head of HR, you will play a key role in supporting managers in the business, with a particular focus on assisting managers in the Real Estate team and in shaping and delivering HR services. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a professional, forward-thinking environment. Whilst offering the benefit of hybrid working, the successful candidate will also be required to travel to all its West Yorkshire based offices periodically.

Key responsibilities include:

• Partnering with key stakeholders to identify people trends and drive departmental improvements
• Working with line managers to build confidence and capability in people management
• Acting as a trusted advisor, offering pragmatic guidance and training on a wide range of people-related matters
• Using data and feedback to inform decision-making and recommend practical solutions
• Supporting line managers in ER cases as they arise

About you

We're looking for someone with:

• A strong generalist background, covering the full employee lifecycle, with an ability to manage tricky HR matters
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Confidence to influence, challenge and suggest process improvements

This is a brilliant opportunity to join Chadwick Lawrence at a pivotal moment, in a newly created role where you'll have the scope to make a real difference.

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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