Legal HR Coordinator

About the role

Our client, a leading US law firm, is seeking an HR Coordinator to support the wider HR team. You will manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, immigration, background screening and performance review processes, working primarily from the office.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate all pre‑employment screening, reference checks and background investigations.
• Coordinate all preparations for new joiners.
• Oversee visa and immigration processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including HR databases and files.
• Support coordination of payroll processes and benefits administration.
• Coordinate the firm’s annual performance review.
• Oversee probation reviews, ensuring timelines are tracked for new joiners.
• Act as the go‑to for any HR‑related questions or queries.
• Support HR Managers with investigations, disciplinaries and grievance matters.
• Coordinate absence management.

Required profile

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a law firm or professional services environment.
• CIPD qualified or working towards qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with colleagues at all levels across the firm.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Broad HR experience covering all aspects of HR and onboarding.
• Good working knowledge of a law firm.