People & Development Manager

An exciting and rewarding opportunity is now available for a talented and experienced People & Development Manager   to join a well established  specialist law firm, located in the heart of the CBD. This firm is enjoying significant growth and has an excellent reputation for providing high quality legal advice and being leaders in their field. 

About the role...
Reporting directly to the Partners and working closely with the management team this is a 'hands on" generalist  role where you will be responsible for  providing relevant, timely and commercially sound advice and support to the firm on a wide range of human resources matters. 

Some of your responsibilities may include, but not be limited to:-

• provide advice, develop and implement strategies to maintain the firm's competitive advantage in attracting, retaining and nurturing talent;
• attend weekly Partner meetings to provide advice and updates on HR related matters;
• ensure relevant compliance with applicable employment legislation;
• review, maintain and update HR policies;
• recruit and onboard new staff members, including managing strong relationships with recruiters;
• conduct exit interviews and manage exit procedures;
• manage employee relations and performance management issues; 
• manage and develop an ongoing performance feedback process and system;
• prepare, develop and monitor individual staff development plans;
• provide coaching and support to management regarding employee relations matters, where required;
• manage employee records and compliance with regulatory requirements;
• implement and manage HRIS; and
• ensure OH&S compliance, including WFH equipment 

• experience in a law firm or professional services firm
• a "hands on" style with the ability to motivate and influence others
• a high level of discretion, integrity and commitment to firm's standards
• sound knowledge of HR practices, standards and statutory requirements
• strong MS Office and IT skills
• excellent time management and organisational skills
• relevant tertiary qualifications