HR Manager
Location: City of London – up to 4 days in office
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits
Our client, a respected City-based law firm, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead its day‑to‑day people operations and act as a trusted advisor to the partnership. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a Legal services environment and understands the nuances of supporting legal teams.
About the Role
You’ll take ownership of the firm’s HR function, ensuring smooth daily operations while providing hands‑on, pragmatic guidance to partners and senior stakeholders. Managing a small, capable HR team, you’ll balance strategic oversight with the willingness to roll up your sleeves when needed.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee all day‑to‑day HR operations, ensuring a high‑quality, responsive service to the business
* Act as a trusted advisor to partners, offering practical, commercially minded HR guidance
* Lead and develop a small HR team, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing culture
* Manage employee relations, performance processes, and policy application
* Support recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives
* Ensure compliance with employment legislation and firm policies
* Drive continuous improvement across HR processes and systems
About You
* Previous experience working within a law firm is essential
* Confident advising partners and senior stakeholders with credibility and discretion
* Comfortable managing a small team while remaining hands‑on with operational tasks
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Proactive, approachable, and solutions‑focused
The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
