HR Manager – Fixed-Term (12 months)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, detail‑oriented HR Manager to support a top law firm in London on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. The role will provide expert advice across a broad range of HR activities, ensuring compliance and alignment with business objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate partner‑related documentation such as offer letters, partnership agreements and leaving arrangements.
• Oversee onboarding and off‑boarding for partners, ensuring compliance with regulatory and professional obligations, including SRA requirements.
• Maintain the HR precedent bank and lead the annual review of global employee handbooks.
• Develop, review and update HR policies and procedures to meet employment legislation and best practice.
• Manage the firm’s annual AML screening process, including DBS checks and adverse media searches.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, including surveys, feedback analysis and action‑plan implementation.
• Publish HR guidance, resources and tools on the intranet and coordinate HR training sessions.
• Monitor legislative developments and implement necessary changes to HR processes and documentation.

Required profile

• Relevant degree‑level qualification (desirable) and CIPD certification (desirable).
• Proven HR manager or business‑partner experience, preferably within professional services.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build confidence and trust with partners and managers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, high attention to detail and a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work flexibly.

Required skills

• Knowledge of SRA requirements and AML screening processes.
• Familiarity with DBS checks, adverse media searches and regulatory background screening.

What we offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term contract, 9.30 am–5.30 pm with flexibility.
• Hybrid working policy (minimum two days in the office).
• 12‑week probation and 12‑week notice period.
• Flexible benefits package including pension, private medical, season‑ticket loan, subsidised gym membership, lifestyle discount scheme and on‑site café.