Senior HR Advisor

A confident, organised Senior HR Advisor to join a successful law firm in Southampton / WFH.

Your new company

You will be joining a market-leading professional services company which has ambitious plans to grow in Hampshire.

Your new role

PLEASE NOTE: This role has been advertised previously and only candidates with experience in a Legal business or similar professional services environment will be considered, such as Banking, Accountancy and Tax or Financial Services. Please do not apply if you have not worked in HR in these sectors as you will not be considered. Experience in a Partner or Director-led business with knowledge of jurisdictional law in countries outside the UK, immigration laws and study agreements is desired too, but not essential and can be supported.

As Senior HR Advisor, you will report to an HR Manager as part of a supportive HR Business Partnering team. You will p rovide an efficient, responsive, high-quality HR advisory service to partners, line managers and employees in designated jurisdictions and practice groups within the business.

Main responsibilities include:
• Provide high quality HR advice and guidance to managers and partners to facilitate the early resolution of employee relations issues, ensuring that the risks associated with such cases are effectively managed
• Develop an in depth understanding of the nuances and complexities of the location and practice area that you support
• Provide support on significant annual HR processes, such as the Annual Salary Review and bonus recommendations
• Conduct the weekly HR induction sessions for new joiners
• Conduct employee exit interviews to build insight into reasons for leaving and, where necessary, help build a retention strategy
• Oversee the running and co-ordination of various student schemes and training programmes alongside the HR Administrators
• Support the HR Manager with all HR reporting requirements (from the HRIS)
• Cover workload during HR Manager's absence

Working hours: 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday (including 1 hour lunch). Hybrid working is offered too, with 3 days in their Southampton office and 2 days WFH / week.
What you'll need to succeed

You must be an engaging, influential person who is highly organised, with experience as an HR generalist at an HR / People Advisor level, ideally within a professional services environment (preferred, but other industry backgrounds will be considered). You must be CIPD qualified with the ability to prioritise and multitask. You must be a self-starter with good initiative and confidence, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Experience of working internationally communicating with colleagues in other countries from the UK will be an advantage.

What you'll get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leader in their field who can offer great job security and a positive, inclusive culture where you can thrive.

You'll receive a market-leading salary (DOE), 25 days holiday +BH's, plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 days, a discretionary bonus scheme based on company and individual performance, private medical insurance (plus option to add family members at your own cost), permanent health insurance, life assurance x4 and Group Pension Scheme.

What you need to do now

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If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new HR or Recruitment position at any level locally, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career. #