EMEA Senior HR Manager
Our client, a highly respected international law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior HR Manager to lead their people strategy across the UK and wider EMEA region. This is a rare opportunity to join a premium legal brand where HR is truly valued at partner level. The role will suit a commercially minded HR leader with strong operational and strategic capability – and crucially, hands‑on experience supporting teams in Germany and Poland.
Key Responsibilities
As Senior HR Manager, you will:
- Act as a trusted adviser to partners and senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
- Develop and deliver the HR strategy across the UK and EMEA.
- Provide expert HR and employment practice guidance for teams in Germany and Poland.
- Lead on employee relations, organisational design, and workforce planning.
- Oversee the end‑to‑end talent lifecycle, including performance management, L&D, and succession planning.
- Drive cultural, engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion initiatives across regional offices.
- Partner closely with Reward, Recruitment, and L&D teams.
- Mentor and guide junior HR colleagues to support a high‑performing function.
About You
To be successful, you will bring:
- Extensive HR leadership experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
- Strong, demonstrable EMEA exposure, with deep understanding of the German and Polish employment landscapes.
- High emotional intelligence with the ability to build credibility quickly at partner level.
- A pragmatic, solutions‑oriented mindset with excellent judgement.
- Experience leading change and managing complex people matters across jurisdictions.
- Outstanding communication skills and cultural awareness.
What’s on Offer
- The opportunity to join a world‑class law firm with a people‑centric culture.
- Strategic exposure and the ability to drive regional impact.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
- A collaborative, forward‑thinking leadership team.
How to Apply
This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned HR leader looking to broaden their EMEA influence within a top‑tier legal environment.
To apply or request a confidential discussion, please contact, anitamcculloch@frazerjones.com or submit your CV.
The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
