Human Resources Manager (D&I focus) in City of Westminster

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to join our HR Advisory team, which plays a critical role within the broader Human Resources function. This full-time, permanent position will provide high-quality HR support to Business Services teams while embedding Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) principles across these departments. The HR Manager will report to the Senior HR Manager and work with a HR Adviser, collaborating with another HR Manager for Business Services to provide seamless support across the firm. This role is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HR professional to drive business-aligned HR strategies, enhance employee experience, and champion inclusive workplace practices within a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment. Our HR Advisory team offers a comprehensive range of HR support, partnering with Business Services leaders to develop and implement people strategies that drive organisational success. Working closely with the broader HR function-including Early Careers Development, Early Careers Recruitment, Recruitment, Diversity and Inclusion, HR Systems and MI, Global Mobility, and Reward and Benefit-this role ensures an integrated, proactive, and high-impact HR service.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strong working relationships with Business Services leaders to act as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters.
• Provide proactive, high-quality advice and guidance on employee relations, performance management, absence, flexible working requests, and workplace wellbeing.
• Analyse HR data to identify trends and provide strategic insights that inform business decisions.
• Ensure organisational structures align with business needs, advising on restructures, internal mobility, and workforce planning.
• Support and facilitate annual performance review processes ensuring fairness, transparency, and engagement.
• Partner with Business Services leaders and L&D teams to ensure managers have the necessary skills and knowledge to lead high-performing teams effectively.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment team on hiring strategies, ensuring a seamless recruitment process aligned with business needs and D&I objectives.
• Provide HR support for graduate and early careers programmes where applicable.
• Work closely with the Diversity and Inclusion team to implement D&I initiatives across Business Services, ensuring policies and practices reflect the firm's commitment to inclusivity.
• Embed D&I principles into talent development, and performance management processes.
• Provide HR support on D&I-related matters, ensuring leaders are equipped to foster an inclusive workplace culture.
• Analyse diversity data within Business Services teams and work with the D&I team to propose initiatives to address underrepresentation and improve equity.
• Act as a key HR contact for employee networks and inclusion-related working groups.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, ensuring a positive employee experience at every stage.
• Conduct and analyse exit interviews, identifying key themes and working with Business Services leaders to address retention challenges.
• Work with the Reward & Benefits team to support the annual salary and bonus review process.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement employee engagement initiatives, ensuring high levels of motivation and satisfaction.
• Support health and wellbeing initiatives, ensuring Business Services employees have access to appropriate support and resources.
• Ensure HR policies remain current, legally compliant, and aligned with best practices.
• Lead on policy development and process improvements that enhance efficiency and effectiveness across Business Services.
• Collaborate with the Head of ER to manage complex ER cases and ensure best-practice risk mitigation.
• Work closely with the HR Advisors to ensure seamless HR service delivery.
• Manage, develop, and mentor an HR Adviser and HR Administrator, fostering a high-performing and engaged team.
• Promote collaboration across the HR function, ensuring a consistent and joined-up approach to HR service delivery.
• Work closely with the other HR Manager for Business Services to ensure alignment in people strategies across departments.

Candidate Profile

• CIPD qualified with substantial HR experience, ideally in professional services or a legal environment.
• Proven ability to provide high-level HR advice to senior leaders and managers.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, with experience managing complex employee relations matters.
• Previous experience integrating D&I principles into HR policies and practices.
• Skilled in data analysis and HR systems, with the ability to interpret trends and inform strategic decision-making.
• Demonstrated success in managing HR projects, from design to implementation.
• Experience of using the Workday platform would be advantageous.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to align HR initiatives with commercial objectives.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to engage with senior stakeholders and employees at all levels.
• A collaborative approach, working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism.
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment typeFull-time

Job functionHuman Resources and Legal

IndustriesLaw Practice, Human Resources Services, and Professional Services