We’re looking for a driven Health & Safety Manager who thrives on making workplaces safer, shaping strong safety culture, and empowering colleagues to work confidently and well. In this role, you’ll take the lead on audits, training, risk assessments and incident investigations, using your expertise to influence best practice and ensure compliance across multiple sites. It’s an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy and problem‑solving, and who takes real pride in creating safe, supportive and high‑performing working environments.
Who are Talbots Law?
An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828.
Today, we operate across 18 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses.
We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service.
At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing.
What do we offer?
* Competitive salaries with annual review
* Annual tax-free* profit-share
* Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees)
* Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
* Enhanced Company Sick Pay
* Salary Extras benefits scheme
* Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision
* Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees)
* Salary Sacrifice schemes
What does the job involve?
* Leading health & safety advice, guidance and expertise across all offices
* Supporting managers and teams with their H&S responsibilities and legal compliance
* Carrying out DSE assessments and providing clear recommendations
* Delivering and coordinating mandatory H&S training, inductions and refreshers
* Ensuring appropriate first aid, mental health first aid and fire marshal coverage
* Conducting audits and inspections, monitoring safe practices and escalating actions
* Completing risk assessments, identifying hazards and recommending mitigation
* Managing accident, incident and near‑miss investigations and reporting
* Overseeing fire safety processes, checks and testing logs
* Producing accurate H&S reports, data and performance insights
* Contributing to the development and improvement of H&S policies
* Supporting safe systems of work for new premises, acquisitions and office changes
What do you need?
* At least two years of UK‑based health & safety experience
* Demonstrable working knowledge of HSE legislation, compliance and regulations
* A clean driving licence and willingness to travel across the Midlands
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt to different audiences
* Confidence working independently, organising your workload and meeting deadlines
* Effective problem‑solving skills with a practical, solutions‑focused approach
* Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, clients and contractors
* Professionalism, tact, diplomacy and strong interpersonal skills
* High standards of accuracy and clarity in written and spoken communication
* Passion for health, safety and wellbeing and promoting a positive safety culture
* Whilst not essential a NEBOSH diploma or equivalent Level 5/6 qualification, Tech IOSH status (or working towards), and experience with CDM Regulations and ISO 45001 would be desirable
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