HR Advisor

We are recruiting an HR Advisor to join our HR Team in the UK to be based in either Birmingham or Leeds. This role will support the achievement of business and people objectives within the Firm by providing a client‑focused service and assisting all lawyer and business services professionals through professional, commercial and pragmatic HR advice and support.

Responsibilities

• Provides the primary source of line manager advice and guidance on HR related policies and practices.
• Provides coaching to line managers to encourage effective communication and objective problem resolution.
• Partners with line managers to manage employee relations casework including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy, driving resolution in line with legislation and internal policies.
• Keeps HR Business Partners updated with case work activity within their practice groups/offices, highlighting risks and issues.
• Proactively identifies themes/trends arising from the HR inbox, casework and operational activities, completes root cause analysis and develops solutions.
• Supports HR Business Partners in the delivery of people projects and HR calendar activities.
• Continuously monitors and reviews HR policies and processes and proposes changes where necessary, working with specialist areas and GSC.
• Supports the HR Business Partners and Senior Advisors with HR administration, including completion of process initiation forms, letter creation, ad‑hoc report generation and preparation.
• Manages the HR SNOW tasks and cases and allocates to the advisory team, as appropriate.
• Responds to routine HR inbox queries and triages enquiries to the relevant team.

About You

• Basic level of understanding and experience in Human Resources Management across all core areas of HR – recruitment, reward, performance management, learning & development, talent management.
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law, procedures and processes and proven experience managing cases to conclusion.
• Previous experience in a law firm required.
• Good stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills including attention to detail and multi‑tasking.
• Pro‑active with ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment, taking ownership of tasks with a solution‑focused approach.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Professional qualification (CIPD or equivalent) desirable.

About Us

We’re a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed the delivery of legal services. With offices across the world, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross‑border projects, critical transactions and high‑stakes disputes. At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one‑size‑fits‑all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed. Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance, and regardless of how you identify. We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know. Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre‑engagement screening checks prior to your first day.

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Law Practice