HR Advisor - Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Company Overview
Greenberg Traurig LLP is now a global powerhouse with over 2,650 lawyers in 47 locations worldwide. Established in London in 2009, GT’s London office has expanded through strategic growth to become a full-service, multidisciplinary practice with more than 140 high‑calibre lawyers.
We provide tailored, partner‑led strategic advice and efficient, cost‑effective legal services to UK and international clients.
Our London team advises on a broad spectrum of domestic and cross‑border legal issues, including Arbitration, Banking & Finance, Capital Markets, Civil Fraud & Business Disputes, Corporate/M&A, Data Protection & Privacy, Employment, Competition Law and Regulatory, Funds, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Private Equity, Real Estate, Regulatory, Restructuring & Insolvency, Tax, and White Collar Crime & Investigations.
Reflective of London’s multifaceted business community, our client base is varied across many sectors, including chemicals, pharmaceuticals, life sciences, energy, retail, real estate, financial, automotive, and communications.
Our commitment to building long‑term relationships with clients and establishing new ones has led to the office being consistently recognised by leading legal directories, including Chambers & Partners and Legal 500.
We value diversity and inclusion and strive to create a supportive work culture. We support potential employees through the recruitment process and discuss any reasonable adjustments required at any stage or upon joining GT.
The Role
The HR team consists of the Head of HR, two HR Advisors, an HR Administrator and a Graduate Recruitment Advisor. The two HR Advisors will work together to provide a comprehensive HR service to the London Office, each supporting designated practice groups and participating in office‑wide projects. This generalist role involves a variety of workstreams and projects as needed.
Responsibilities
* Act as a business partner to the London office, providing HR generalist support.
* With the support of the Head of HR, manage employee relations issues within the office as they arise.
* Provide operational HR support to the Head of HR.
* Manage the annual business services appraisal process and support with associate appraisal processes.
* Conduct new joiner and exit interviews across the office.
* Manage the maternity & paternity process for the London office.
* Manage the probation process for the London office.
* Support the absence management process, reporting to the Head of HR on a monthly basis and agreeing action plans.
* Manage the lateral recruitment process for associates and support staff.
* Participate in HR projects as required.
* Support the ongoing implementation of Workday.
* Assist other members of the team when required.
* Support the HR team with updating policies and procedures in line with current legislation and best practice.
* Actively engage with the London DEI strategy and support with external surveys or data requests.
* Undertake any other tasks or responsibilities which reasonably fall within the remit of this position.
Experience, Skills and Personal Attributes
* Good working knowledge of HR practices is essential, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
* Providing support to employees/managers in an advisory capacity is essential.
* Experience of managing employee relations cases would be advantageous.
* Excellent time‑management and organisational skills.
* Understanding the magnitude of confidentiality and having the relevant skills to handle sensitive data.
* Excellent writing and communications skills.
* Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and follow‑through skills.
* Ability to multi‑task, prioritise and maintain focus in a busy environment.
* Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people at all levels.
* Always maintain a customer‑focused approach.
* Ability to demonstrate a flexible and hands‑on attitude, responding effectively to rapidly changing circumstances.
* Demonstrated ability to take initiative, anticipate needs and exercise independent, sound judgement.
* Demonstrate the ability to manage simultaneous workstreams to tight deadlines.
* Creative thinker who will come forward with new ideas and approaches.
* Excellent team player and strong interpersonal skills.
* Excellent IT skills (Word, Excel and Outlook).
* Experience of HR systems would be advantageous.
Qualifications
CIPD qualification or an undergraduate degree in HR would be advantageous.
Seniority Level
Entry level.
Employment Type
Full‑time.
Job Function
Human Resources.
Industries: Law Practice.
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