Human Resources Manager; FTC

Human Resources Manager (FTC) Leeds role at Reed Smith LLP

We are currently recruiting for a HR Manager to join our Leeds office on a Fixed Term basis.

Reed Smith is a global law firm with more than 1,700 lawyers in 30 offices throughout Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the United States. Operating as one global partnership, we represent leading international businesses from FTSE 100 corporations to mid‑market and emerging enterprises; advising clients on cross‑border transactions, international commercial disputes and regulation. We specialise in industries including financial services, life sciences, health care, energy and natural resources, entertainment and media, shipping and real estate.

We all share a common culture, with core values supporting the firm’s commitment to add value, achieve excellence, and promote professional development. London is our largest office with approximately 700 people, including over 350 fee earners across the full range of commercial practice areas.

• Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders within the business.
• Provide first line HR support, advice and coaching to designated client groups on the full life cycle of HR issues.
• Manage the appraisal and salary review processes for client groups in conjunction with chiefs, directors and line management.
• Proactively support the business in managing ER issues (performance, disciplinary and grievances) in accordance with Firm policy and employment law including, where necessary, managing dismissals.
• Monitor absence issues and proactively manage as appropriate.
• Support client groups with succession planning and talent management.
• Review online exit interviews for trends and ensure thorough feedback is communicated to management as appropriate.
• Drive forward initiatives to encourage employee engagement as appropriate.
• Maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring that they continue to meet changing legislative and business requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with the wider HR team.
• Lead and manage delivery of specific projects. Proactively identify ad hoc projects as necessary.
• Escalate issues and seek guidance where appropriate.

• Proven experience working at the HR Manager level.
• Experience of working in a professional services environment desirable.
• Experience of building credibility and working effectively with senior internal stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law across the employee lifecycle.
• Strong client service skills and resilient when dealing with demanding clients.
• Collaborative and supportive working style. A team player.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required. A flexible approach to work.
• Excellent organisational skills. Able to demonstrate past experience of juggling multiple priorities and projects effectively.
• Detail conscious.
• CIPD qualified.

At Reed Smith, we welcome direct applications either in response to one of our advertised vacancies or on a speculative basis. Please click on the “Apply Now” button to submit your details and we will be in touch.

No search firms/agencies please.

Reed Smith's success depends heavily on the effective utilization of qualified people, regardless of their race, ancestry, religion, colour, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, veteran's status, or any characteristic protected by law. As a firm, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to candidates with disabilities or long‑term health conditions. If you have a disability or a long‑term health condition and require adjustments to be made for you within the recruitment process, please contact a member of the Recruitment team. For more information on our approach to diversity and inclusion please visit our website.