Our client is a global legal firm, they are looking for a member of the wonderful HR team to cover a maternity leave. Working closely with the Head of HR, act as the main point of contact for all support teams and some practice areas, providing general HR support, guidance and advice to staff at all levels, in all the locations in which we operate. This is a generalist role, which means working with the rest of the team to deliver on the full range of HR activities, including the management of wellbeing and student programs and, depending on experience, involvement in the management of the firm's payroll and benefit processes.
General HR:
As part of the HR team, take responsibility for leading and/or supporting a range of general HR projects, to include reacting to legislative changes, employee engagement initiatives, retention activities and any other projects depending on the strategy of the HR function. Assist the Head of HR with the training and development of junior HR team members as required. Develop the bi-annual appraisal process and forms for Support teams, and when appropriate run training sessions on appraisal sessions with managers and heads of departments. Provide back-up and support to other HR team members supporting Group whenever needed. Co-ordinate and manage student placement schemes including the Group bursary, legal work experience schemes and external schemes.
Minimum of 3 years' HR experience ideally gained in a professional services firm with a presence in multiple jurisdictions. Experience of running all elements of recruitment processes with good interviewing skills. Confident working with technology and experience of using social media for recruitment purposes