Senior HR Business Partner
Legal
Permanent
London, City
£90,000 – £105,000
Hybrid working (3 days in the office / 2 days WFH)
A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to join its team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing HR function within a prestigious, international organisation. The role will support the firm’s Leeds office primarily, with broader responsibilities across its European operations.
This position offers the chance to be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that values innovation, ethics, and excellence. It’s well-suited to an experienced HR professional who thrives in a strategic business partnering capacity and is comfortable navigating complex, fast-paced environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders, aligning HR solutions with business goals.
- Provide expert advice on a wide range of employee relations matters in line with UK employment law.
- Collaborate on large-scale change initiatives and transformation projects within HR and the wider business.
- Drive talent initiatives including succession planning, capability building, and workforce development.
- Support workforce planning and budget forecasting in collaboration with line managers.
- Lead or support change management initiatives across departments and regions.
- Act as a trusted advisor to leaders, supporting people management and development efforts.
- Work alongside the talent acquisition team to manage recruitment and internal mobility for assigned business units.
- Ensure HR compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Maintain up-to-date employee documentation including contracts, templates, and policies.
- Assist in preparing for and supporting internal and external audits.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a senior HR business partnering role within a law firm or professional services setting.
- Willingness to travel regularly to Leeds (approx. 2 days per month), with occasional travel to other European locations.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations best practices.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to analyse HR data and present actionable insights.
- Skilled in problem solving, multitasking, and working under pressure.
- High level of discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential matters.
