Head of People & Culture

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY – HEAD OF PEOPLE AND CULTURE – BRIERLEY HILL £50000 – £60000 p/a hybrid    We are representing a well established firm of Solicitors who are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of People and HR to lead their People function.    You will be responsible for shaping and executing a forward-thinking HR Strategy that supports the firm\’s culture, growth and the recruitment and development of all their people. This role combines operational HR excellence with a progressive, people-first approach that aligns with their company values.   Key Responsibilities:   Strategic Leadership Develop and implement a People and HR Strategy, aligning with, and enabling their company\’s Strategic and Business Goals. Advise the Leadership and Operational Teams on people matters, including organisational design, talent planning, and culture initiatives. Act as a trusted adviser to the Managing Director, Directors, Heads of Team and all relevant stakeholders, providing guidance and advice on all HR-related issues. Foster a ‘one-firm’ culture that values mutual respect, inclusivity, diversity, collaboration and openness.   People Management  Lead talent acquisition and retention strategies to attract, retain and develop top legal and support talent. Develop and oversee performance management, succession planning, and frameworks, to support sustained growth and competitive advantage. Manage employee and employer relationships.   People Development Drive learning, training and development initiatives, with supporting frameworks, to plan and encourage career development across the firm, enhanced with effective monitoring and Performance Review processes.   Employee Experience & Culture Continue to develop and champion high-performance, diverse and inclusive culture. Lead on fair and transparent remuneration, reward and employee benefits generally. Enhance employee engagement, wellbeing, and internal communication Ensure best practice in onboarding and new employee engagement. Lead on initiatives to improve diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI), embracing our ‘one-firm’ methodology. Lead on the continuing development and preservation of our Core Values.   HR Operations & Compliance Ensure all HR policies and procedures are legally compliant in relation to employment law and their regulatory requirements (including the SRA and Law Society standards where applicable). Oversee HR systems, processes, and policies to ensure efficiency and data integrity. Manage employee relations and ensure the consistent application of HR practices. Ensure employee integration and compliance with all their policies. Lead on people analytics and reporting on HR metrics, utilising agreed KPIs to support decision-making and continuous improvement.   Candidate Requirements Proven senior HR leadership and management experience, ideally from within a professional services firm or from within the legal sector. An ability to motivate others to embrace consistency and change. Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices. Experience of working with senior leaders and managers, managing organisational and transformational change in a professional environment. Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, mentoring and influencing skills. CIPD qualified (Level 7 preferred) or equivalent experience. Strategic thinker with a hands-on, pragmatic approach to delivery.   Benefits   23 days holiday plus bank holidays Christmas shut down  Health cashback plan Discretionary bonus  Hybrid working