HR Manager – International Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices worldwide.
Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary HR lead for Europe and Asia, providing trusted guidance on HR policy, benefits, leave, and general employment matters.
Deliver expert HR guidance and practical solutions across the employee lifecycle and build strong partnerships with firm leadership and employees at all levels.
Manage employee relations matters end‐to‐end, including documentation, stakeholder coordination, and resolution, exercising sound judgment on sensitive and complex issues.
Support performance management cycles, employee engagement initiatives, and learning and development programmes in alignment with firm‐wide priorities.
Coordinate recruitment activities including interview logistics, onboarding, and new hire orientation in collaboration with the US recruitment teams.
Champion employee wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, contributing to a positive and equitable workplace culture.
Uphold consistent application of HR policy and best practices across jurisdictions, identifying gaps and recommending improvements.
HR Operations and Administration Maintain accurate employee records within Workday and other HR systems.
Assist with drafting and updating HR policies, procedures, and employee communications and process employee lifecycle transactions including hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, leaves, and terminations.
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes across Europe and Asia offices.
Prepare HR documentation including employment verification letters and HR correspondence as required.
Support monthly payroll processes and separation payments, and liaise with payroll providers and Finance teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
Assist with HR reporting, headcount management, organizational charts, and HR analytics.
Immigration & Compliance Support coordination of UK immigration processes, including visa applications, sponsorship documentation, renewals, and right‐to‐work compliance.
Maintain comprehensive immigration and compliance records.
Support compliance matters relating to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), including practising certificate tracking and related documentation.
Assist with HR audits and ensure compliance with employment legislation, firm policies, and data privacy requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
Ideal Candidate Profile Minimum of 7 years' progressive HR generalist experience, preferably gained within a law firm or professional services environment.
Broad, hands‐on experience across all stages of the employee lifecycle.
Proficiency in Workday or a comparable HRIS platform.
Experience with UK immigration and right‐to‐work processes preferred.
Proven track record supporting HR functions across multiple jurisdictions; direct experience across the UK, Europe (including Belgium), and/or Asia (including China and Hong Kong) will be given preference.
CIPD qualification (or active progress toward certification) preferred.
Skills & Competencies Strong interpersonal and relationship‐building skills to advise and influence at all levels.
Exceptional organisational skills and rigorous attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
Excellent communication skills with a client‐focused, hands‐on approach.
Proactive, responsive, and solution‐focused.
Self‐directed, with strong judgment and ability to manage competing priorities independently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Contact Details:
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati (UK), LLP Recruitment Team
