Senior Human Resources Advisor in London

Milberg London was established in 2020 as an independent law firm focused exclusively on claimant litigation.

We specialise in large-scale consumer group actions against corporate defendants.

We are a young, ambitious, dynamic team and there is scope for the right person to grow with the business at their own pace and operate outside the confines of a traditionally structured law firm team.

In light of our expanding team and growth, we are looking for a collaborative and solutions focused Senior HR Advisor to join us in our busy London office.

The successful candidate will be our first dedicated HR member of staff.

The primary focus of this role is to provide day to day HR business partner support in the London office.

We also have two regional offices that will require HR support on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic HR Management: Determining and delivering HR’s strategic priorities. Lead workforce planning processes to assess future needs, including skills gaps and succession planning. Producing and analysing data to support decision-making and making recommendations for change as appropriate.
• HR Advice: Acting as a trusted adviser and sounding board for lawyers and partners. Provide expert employment law advice and guidance. Support line managers with casework issues, including disciplinary and grievance cases, sickness absence management, and welfare concerns. Encouraging leaver feedback, conducting exit interviews and identifying potential solutions for trends identified from exit feedback.
• Recruitment Support: Support the Partners in developing an annual recruitment plan. Manage the recruitment process from role design to selection and offer stages, including recruitment administration and on-boarding.
• Organisational Development: Support directorate change processes with appropriate HR techniques to ensure smooth and effective changes. Ensure the firm has an effective performance appraisal system that supports and values employees. Co-ordinating the delivery of salary review and bonus processes.
• Policy Implementation: Implement new HR initiatives and projects. Manage HR related platforms and tools. Provide guidance on employment relations issues and ensure HR policies are in line with current legislation.
• Consultation and Communication: Facilitate communication among staff, address workplace issues, and promote understanding of HR policies throughout the organisation.
• Career Development: Supporting the Training Principal in development of junior fee-earners. Identifying potential talent to be considered as nominees for development programmes or promotion opportunities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience with an appropriate level CIPD qualification.
• Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and best practices in HR management.
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with HR systems and IT programs.
• Communication: Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities across all levels of the business.
• Problem-Solving: Practical and logical approach to solving problems quickly.

This role requires a confident, proactive, service-oriented individual who can work closely with senior members of staff and manage HR functions effectively.