We’re Hiring: Senior People Partner | Lester Aldridge LLP
Are you a strategic People Partner ready to make a meaningful impact in a respected UK law firm?
Lester Aldridge LLP is seeking a Senior People Partner to join our People & Culture team and act as a trusted advisor to some of our key practice areas. This is a high-profile role where you’ll shape people strategy, drive performance, and champion a culture of excellence across the firm.
🔍 What You’ll Do
* Partner with practice areas to design and deliver tailored people plans
* Guide leaders on performance, reward, talent, and organisational design
* Lead on complex employee relations matters with confidence and care
* Use data-driven insights to inform decisions and drive improvements
* Collaborate with specialists across L&D, Talent Attraction, Comms, and Operations
* Champion initiatives in wellbeing, D&I, and engagement
* Act as a change agent, helping embed strategic people projects across the firm
🌱 Why This Role Matters
You’ll be at the heart of our people strategy — influencing decisions, shaping culture, and helping our colleagues thrive. This is a chance to work closely with experienced, senior stakeholders, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting legacy.
🎯 What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a People Business Partner in professional services
* Strong grasp of employment law, people metrics, and organisational dynamics
* Credible, influential, and confident in stakeholder engagement and relationship building
* Analytical thinker with a solutions-focused mindset
* Passionate about continuous improvement and driving positive change
* A clear communicator who builds trust and challenges constructively
🏛️ Why Lester Aldridge?
With over 400 colleagues across three offices, we offer the scale to support your ambitions — and the agility to make your voice heard. Join a firm with deep roots, bold vision, and a commitment to evolving through people.
We offer a flexible approach to work with hybrid opportunities including compressed work week and flexibility to work from home - though we would expect the successful candidate to be in our Bournemouth office at least 3 days per week.
📩 Ready to partner with purpose? Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
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