Talent Development Manager
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Learning & Development ManagerThis newly created Learning & Development Manager role sits at the heart of this global law firm's approach to learning and development, combining strategic input with hands-on delivery and team leadership, ensuring staff have access to..., Talent Acquisition Manager - Smiggle - Oxford Circus (This is a fully onsite position, based in our office five days a week. Please note this role does not offer remote or hybrid working)SMIGGLE - where a smile meets a giggle!We are looking for a positive, energetic,..., Our client, a highly respected international law firm renowned for its cross-border expertise, is seeking a strategic and collaborative HR Manager to join their growing London team on a 16-month FTC.This role will work closely with senior stakeholders to support the firm in...
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HR Manager (Maternity Cover) Salary: Up to £77,000 DOE + benefits London | Hybrid (3 days office) Mon-Fri | 9am-5:30pmWe're seeking an experienced HR Manager with HR experience within a law firm to provide proactive, high-quality HR generalist support across a professional services environment during a maternity cover period. This role is ideal for someone with strong legal-sector HR experience, particularly around trainee recruitment, training contracts, and SRA compliance.The Role (Abbreviated Overview)You will deliver full HR lifecycle support, partnering with senior stakeholders and leading on trainee development. Key areas include: Generalist HR SupportProvide consistent HR advice across the firmSupport ER matters, absence management, performance processesMaintain HR policies, documentation, and complianceManage HR reporting, data accuracy, and MI dashboards Employee LifecycleOversee onboarding, inductions, probation, leavers, and L&D coordinationSupport managers with people issues and performance conversationsManage extended leave processes (maternity/paternity/adoption) Systems & ReportingEnsure HR systems, intranet content, and data integrity remain up to dateLead gender pay gap, D&I reporting, and HR metrics Trainee Recruitment & Development (key focus)Manage the full trainee solicitor cycle from attraction to qualificationLead Vacation Scheme and Training Contract recruitmentRun assessment centres, interviews, inductions, and seat rotationsEnsure compliance with SRA requirements and oversee SQE/LPC pathwaysMonitor trainee performance and support development throughoutWhat We're Looking ForCIPD Level 5 (minimum); Level 7 preferredStrong HR generalist background within a law firm or professional servicesHands-on experience managing training contracts, SQE/LPC pathways, and SRA complianceSkilled in assessment centres, trainee recruitment, and graduate programmesExcellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder-management skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, compliance-heavy environmentPlease note:Start Date: Ideally May/June to allow for a thorough handover. A phased or part-time onboarding period prior to the full start date maybe possible.Duration: Expected to be a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. Similar jobs
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HR Manager (Maternity Cover) - Leading Law Firm Location: London (Hybrid - minimum 3 days in office) Salary: Up to £77,000 Contract: Fixed-Term (12-15 months)We're working with a leading law firm to appoint an experienced HR Manager on a maternity cover basis.This is a key..., Head of Learning & DevelopmentLondon (1-2 days per week in office) | Full-time (4 days considered)£80,000- £85,000 base + benefitsHawkwood is partnering with a private equity-backed, high-growth SaaS group operating at meaningful scale across the UK and internationally.The...