Provide clear HR advice and guidance to managers and employees, ensuring consistent application of policies and procedures across the firm
Support managers with a range of ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, probation, and performance, attending hearings and conducting investigations as required
Work with HR Operations to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation across the employee lifecycle
Support People Business Partners with casework, delivery of HR process training, and preparation of management information
Coordinate short and long term sickness cases, including Occupational Health referrals, case reviews, and hearing support
Produce and review people data to identify trends and support retention, including insights from exit interviews and onboarding
Support change management activity, attending meetings and advising on contractual matters as required
Contribute to the development and updating of HR policies, processes, and supporting guidance
Champion the People Services function and promote the firm’s culture and values in all interactions
Promote reward and benefits offerings by educating employees and sharing key information
Support firmwide initiatives aimed at fostering equal opportunities and building a diverse workforce

Extensive experience as an ER generalist within a comparable environment
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and support ER meetings, including confident note taking and providing informed, on the spot advice
Willingness and flexibility to travel across our offices to support casework when required
Proven capability in delivering pragmatic, commercially focused ER solutions aligned to business needs
Strong knowledge of employment legislation and awareness of emerging external best practice trends
Clear understanding of the commercial impact of ER issues and how business priorities influence people matters
Experience engaging with and influencing senior stakeholders effectively
CIPD qualified or possessing equivalent experience is desirable

Financial wellbeing – competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, Income Protection Scheme and Perks at Work discounts and rewards.
Leave – 25.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying Mental wellbeing – hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home) and flexible working policies, Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
Physical wellbeing –Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and an annual flu jab.
Recognition – monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
Development – we offer continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business, as well as access to internal and external training courses
Diversity, inclusion and belonging – we operate several family-friendly policies and take proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
ESG – give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities. Opportunities to support our commitment to charitable causes
Travel – other optional benefits include: cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loan (London only), interest-free car/motorbike loan

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