Senior People & Culture Advisor

Lawfront Group Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional legal services group in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Senior Advisor for the People & Culture team. You will support HR operations by delivering high-quality advice on employee relations and conflict resolution while ensuring compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of advisory experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and a CIPD Level 5 qualification. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence workplace culture and engagement.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' experience in an advisory role with employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience in policy development across diverse business units.
• IT savvy - experience with iTrent, Reach, and Cornerstone advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex ER cases, including grievances and disciplinaries.
• Review and harmonise HR policies for consistency and compliance.
• Act as a key contact for People & Culture matters.
• Maintain HR records and monitor HR metrics.

Skills

Employee relations expertise

Conflict resolution skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Policy development

Ability to work autonomously

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

Lawfront is a group of leading regional law firms who are dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide. Our mission is to unite exceptional legal practices across the country in a single, supportive platform that drives accelerated growth, foster innovation, and build long-term value for all stakeholders.

committed to ambitious growth and aspire to be a top 10 regional legal services business in the UK.

It's genuinely an exciting time to join Lawfront - we're a private equity backed group who have acquired some of the leading mid-tier law firms across the country including Farleys, Fisher Jones Greenwood, Brachers, Trethowans, Nelsons and Slater Heelis, and provided them with the technical and infrastructure support to harness their ambitions and allow them to grow and deliver exceptional results to their clients - all whilst maintaining their individual culture and identity.

We're seeking to further support this growth by adding a Senior Advisor to our broader People & Culture team. Based from our Nottingham office, this role will work directly alongside the Director of People & Culture and another advisor to provide expert guidance on all aspects of HR, acting as a trusted partner to managers and employees.

The role will focus on delivering high-quality advice on employee relations, conflict resolution, and policy implementation to ensure compliance and foster a positive workplace culture across the network.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

• Lead and manage complex ER cases, including grievances, disciplinaries, and performance management.
• Provide proactive advice to managers on sensitive issues and risk mitigation.
• Facilitate resolution of workplace disputes through mediation and coaching.
• Develop strategies to maintain positive working relationships across multiple entities.

Policy Development & Compliance

• Review, update, and harmonise HR policies across the group to ensure consistency and legal compliance.
• Support the rollout of group-wide initiatives and frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to employment legislation and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory Support

• Act as a key point of contact for People & Culture matters across the network.
• Partner with managers and Heads of Department to drive cultural alignment and engagement.
• Coach and guide managers on people management best practices.

Data & Reporting

• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation for ER cases and policy changes.
• Produce reports and monitor HR metrics to identify trends and recommend solutions.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support recruitment processes for key roles, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Assist in overseeing the onboarding and induction programs for new hires.

General

• Promote continuous improvement and employee engagement.
• Support on responsible business initiatives including health and wellbeing, DEIB and employee engagement social activities.
• Accurate administration and record keeping

Skills & Experience Required

• At least 4 years' experience of working in an advisory role with a proven track record in employee relations and conflict resolution within complex, multi-entity organisations.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience in policy development and implementation across diverse business units.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience).
• IT savvy - experience of iTrent, Reach and Cornerstone would be advantageous, but not a requirement.

If this sounds like you and is of interest, then please apply and we'll be in touch.