Ryder Reid Legal
HR Coordinator
Requirements
Candidates should have generalist HR experience in the legal industry, knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, and strong organisational, communication, and prioritisation skills. CIPD qualification or progress toward accreditation is preferred, along with Microsoft Office proficiency and the ability to work proactively both independently and collaboratively.
Job Description
Job Title: HR Coordinator
Location: City of London
Role: Full-time permanent role
Working Arrangement: Hybrid Working (4 days in office)
Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum
The firm
Our client is a prestigious US law firm with a strong international presence and an established London office. The firm is highly regarded for its work on complex, high-profile matters for leading organisations worldwide and offers a collaborative, professional and high-performing environment.
The role
In your new role as an HR Coordinator to join our client’s London office. Working closely with the wider HR team, management and business services departments, you will provide comprehensive HR support across the employee lifecycle and regularly collaborate with colleagues across the firm’s US and European offices.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the onboarding process, including pre-employment screening, background checks, new joiner orientation and maintaining relevant HR trackers.
- Coordinating immigration, visa and international mobility processes, including sponsorship requirements, international transfers and secondments.
- Managing general HR administration across the employee lifecycle, including employee records, promotions, transfers, payroll coordination and leaver processes.
- Coordinating annual performance reviews, probationary reviews and London-based learning and development initiatives.
- Supporting the administration and renewal of UK benefits and helping to coordinate employee wellbeing initiatives.
- Assisting with employee relations, absence management and HR policy updates while ensuring sensitive employee information is handled confidentially.
What do you need?
In order to be successful in this role you will need:
- Generalist HR experience within the legal industry.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative and client-focused approach.
- A good working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- CIPD qualified or working towards CIPD accreditation is preferred, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office.
What do you get in return?
In return, you will receive a competitive salary and the opportunity to join a highly regarded and growing international law firm. Benefits will include free breakfast and lunch.
Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your resume. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all inquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist, for almost thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for our latest vacancies. https://uk.linkedin.com/company/ryder-reid-legal
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About Ryder Reid Legal
We're all about people They’re the most important consideration. That’s why we provide a “people-first” recruitment experience to our clients and candidates. It’s what helps to set us apart. We’re raising the bar in legal recruitment by focusing on people not positions. We place people at the centre of the recruitment experience, because we believe that if you give them the right opportunities, great things happen. So, whether you’re a law firm looking to add talented people to your team or you’re searching for your dream job – we can help you. We’re generous with our time and know-how – we’ll happily share both with you. We’re good listeners, too. We’ll take time to understand your specific needs before making sure they’re met.