People Business Partner

Fletchers Solicitors Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking law firm as a People Business Partner, where you will empower teams and enhance employee engagement. This dynamic role involves collaborating with senior leaders to develop tailored solutions, championing diversity and inclusion, and managing the people aspects of change. With a commitment to creating an exceptional workplace, you will play a vital role in shaping a culture that fosters growth and innovation. Enjoy a flexible working environment, generous holiday, and a supportive team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of employees. Embrace the opportunity to thrive in an ambitious and inclusive atmosphere.

Benefits

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Medicash policy

Company sick pay

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity schemes

Flexible working environment

Funded company social events

Monthly voucher awards

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment, performance management, and HR management principles.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leaders to align people initiatives with business strategy.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations and compliance with UK law.

Skills

Generalist HR knowledge

Proactive problem-solving

Strong organization skills

Excellent ICT skills

Data analysis

Education

Level 5 CIPD qualification

Experience in professional services

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PeopleHR Information System

Job description

Location: We are predominantly based in the North West of England, with offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton & Southport, as well as a team in Cambridge. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.

Join Us as a People Business Partner at Fletchers!

Are you passionate about empowering teams, driving engagement, and building a workplace where people thrive? At Fletchers, we’re on a mission to become the best employer in our sector, and we need a dynamic, proactive People Business Partner to help us get there.

As a key member of our People Team, you’ll provide a professional and comprehensive service to colleagues and managers within your area of the business. You’ll be a trusted advisor, offering strategic and operational support to foster growth, collaboration, and innovation.

If you’re ready to make a real difference, shape an exceptional employee experience, and be part of an ambitious, people-focused team, Fletchers is the place for you.

Let’s create a workplace to be proud of – together.

In return Fletchers can offer:

• 35 hours working week
• Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, with an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
• Life Assurance Policy
• Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
• Varied calendar of funded company social events
• Monthly voucher awards for winning nominees

Main Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership:

• Collaborate with partners and senior leaders to identify people priorities and develop tailored solutions.
• Align people initiatives with the firm’s business strategy to enhance performance and employee engagement.
• Use data and analytics to inform decision-making and recommend improvements.
• Participate in the HR aspects of organisational change programmes.

Employee Relations and Culture:

• Provide expert advice on employee relations issues, including performance management, grievance, and disciplinary matters, ensuring compliance with UK employment law.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, driving cultural change across the firm.
• Foster an environment of continuous feedback and improvement, supporting the firm’s commitment to learning and development.

Talent Management & Workforce Planning:

• Partner with stakeholders to identify talent gaps and create strategies for recruitment, retention, and succession planning.
• Partner on performance review cycles and career development planning.
• Work with managers and the Recruitment team to reach and maintain headcount targets.

Policy, Systems & Compliance:

• Ensure all HR policies and procedures are up to date, compliant with UK legislation, and reflective of best practice in the legal sector.
• Provide guidance on the application of policies to ensure consistency and fairness.
• Contribute to maintaining employee and general data, including supporting our PeopleHR Information System and associated processes.
• Contribute to the monthly payroll process as required.

Change Management:

• Manage the people aspects of change, ensuring effective communication and minimal disruption.

Any other duties commensurate with the role and skills.

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• A good level of generalist HR knowledge and experience (including recruitment, performance management and general HR management principles).
• Proactive approach, with the ability to identify issues and take the lead on developing solutions.
• Strong organisation skills: able to plan and co-ordinate work and deliver on time.
• Work well as part of a busy team of both generalists and specialists.
• Excellent ICT skills (particularly Microsoft Excel), with a positive approach to technology.
• Comfortable dealing with data, conducting analysis and presenting findings to managers.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Level 5 CIPD qualification (or equivalent) or working towards.
• A legal sector background is not required, however experience of working in professional services would be beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Familiarity with HR analytics and how to use data to inform strategy.

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

About Fletchers Solicitors:

Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Situated in the North-West of the UK, our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. Many of our colleagues enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive.

Southport/Manchester/Liverpool/Leeds/Hybrid

Department: People

Job Title: People Business Partner

DOE

City: Southport /Manchester/ Leeds/ Liverpool/ Hybrid