Job Title: Talent Management Business Partner, EMEA - Commercial, Data, IP Tech & Trade, Woking
Location: Woking, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Description:
Role purpose: To work collaboratively with the EMEA CDIT Practice Group Leaders (PGLs) and Business Managers (BMs) to accelerate practice group and individual lawyer performance and development, aligned with the strategic direction, vision, and values of EMEA. To assist the PGLs and BMs with people issues and work closely with the EMEA Director of Talent Management and other Practice Group Talent Management Business Partners. This role involves providing high-quality business partnering support to lawyers in the EMEA CDIT Practice Group.
Main responsibilities:
1. Operate as a Business Partner for designated PGLs and BMs to understand their strategic needs related to their people.
2. Coordinate with office-based Talent Management and Recruitment partners to deliver initiatives such as engagement plans, team planning, recruitment, mobility, talent reviews, performance management, career development, and organizational development.
3. Support and coordinate the EMEA Talent Review process and work with PGLs to address talent issues.
4. Assist with performance management processes and evaluate performance results.
5. Coordinate nominations for EMEA development programs, assess training needs, and provide coaching.
6. Follow up on engagement surveys and support the integration of lateral partners.
7. Provide HR advisory support to PGLs on people-related issues.
8. Partner with leadership teams to develop People strategies and resources for EMEA.
9. Travel occasionally as needed.
About the team:
The Firm's People function handles recruiting, supporting, and developing all staff, working closely with leadership to deliver the people strategy. The team includes Talent Management, Recruitment & Mobility, Inclusion & Diversity, Leadership & Learning, Partnership & Performance, and D&I Analytics.
Candidate requirements:
Extensive HR/Talent Management experience, preferably in a professional services environment, with skills across multiple locations and jurisdictions. Excellent communication skills in English, strong stakeholder management, coaching, and business acumen. Personal qualities include integrity, diligence, resilience, and relationship-building skills.
Why join us?
Baker McKenzie is a global law firm with a strong culture of collaboration, excellence, and inclusivity. We have received numerous awards for our workplace environment, diversity, and client service. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
Application process:
To apply, click the apply button on our careers page. For inquiries or adjustments during the process, contact Vanessa Renforth, Recruitment Manager. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies.
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