HR Business Partner

Kennedys, a growing global law firm, is recruiting an HR Business Partner to join our US team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and global environment as we strive to make a difference for our people, clients and communities where we work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support with implementation of the Human Resources agenda supporting assigned areas with business plans in line with the global Firm strategy
• Support business line specific talent management and people development planning to ensure attorneys and staff are on-boarded, resourced, trained, mobilized and developed in a way that benefits both the individual and the Firm, and assist in driving any necessary interventions and actions
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring consistency and adherence to legal and internal policies; manage separation processes for business services staff, ensuring compliance with firm policies and applicable employment laws
• Manage the onboarding process for attorneys and staff by facilitating weekly orientation sessions and coordinating onboarding meetings and programs that support successful integration into the Firm
• In conjunction with the broader Human Resources team, assist in the implementation of and participation in firmwide activity including but not limited to performance evaluations, calibration meetings, compensation review, upward feedback, flexible work, leave processes, on/off ramping, learning & development programs, engagement surveys and exit interviews.
• Coordinate with employees upon return from Leaves of Absences to ensure a positive and enriching ramp up and reintegration process.
• Lead on US employee engagement initiatives to align interests of business services staff and the Firm
• Listen to opinions and keep abreast of the employee relations climate across the US region. Consult with US Human Resources Director to advise and implement appropriate actions.
• Understand and plan for cultural impact across programs and initiatives and understand how to gain commitment to change from partners, associates, and staff alike.
• Take a continuous improvement approach to own learning, and also use this to upskill the wider team.
• Achieve results by utilizing strong relationships with the global HR teamand wider support functions
• Build trust and work effectively with all stakeholders; improve effectiveness across HR functions and with the broader global HR team.
• Contribute to building and fostering a collaborative, collegial, high performing team committed to professional excellence.
  
  
  

Required Experience

• Demonstrable HR business partnering experience to deliver strategic HR solutions with knowledge of end to end HR processes (e.g. performance, talent, reward) and strong employment law knowledge.
• Self-motivated and achievement oriented
• Open minded with the ability to listen to and coach others
• Works collaboratively with a consultative approach, and a strong ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders
• Experience with shared service and/or centers of excellence capability
• Excellent written and oral communication, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills and able to evidence ability to drive change and transformation
• Strong knowledge and practice of inclusive and culturally sensitive practices
• Excellent business acumen, commercial awareness and administrative skills
• Able to manage competing/conflicting priorities effectively to achieve objectives
• At least seven (7) years of professional services, talent management and/or HR experience, ideally in a partnership and/or legal environment is desirable.
• At least three (3) years working across a regional, global or remote cross-border teams is desirable.
• Bachelor's degree required
  
  
  

The annualized salary range for this role is $120,000-$150,000. However, this is contingent upon level of experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

FLSA Status: Exempt

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