Seldon Gill | HR Manager

POSITION: Human Resources Manager

USUAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Actively raise awareness of key HR initiatives, issues, legislation, and productive people management practices with senior management and fee earners
Coordinating the provision of HR management services
Managing the provision of HR advisory, consultative and operational services including the implementation of new processes and programs
Developing a strong profile, network and relationship with fee earners and senior management; become a 'business partner' in the making of key decisions
Leading and developing the HR team to ensure they provide pro-active, quality and leading edge HR services to their client base, always seeking to assist them to generate higher performance standards
Management of the HR budget
Assisting other departments with the management of staff matters
Dispute and grievance management and investigation
Contributing to firm wide people & development initiatives
Actively supporting fee earners with HR services which assist in developing a high performing, sustainable and profitable firm

COMMONLY ASKED FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

Tertiary qualifications in HR, Psychology, Industrial relations or a related discipline

Experience/Skills:

5-10 years generalist HR experience with particular emphasis on performance, remuneration & benefits, recruitment and retention strategies
Fully proficient in acting as an advisor and consultant on the range of HR leadership issues
Ability to develop HR strategy and implement HR services to meet desired strategic outcomes
An in-depth understanding of the KPIs and economic drivers within professional service firms
Ability to develop strategies, plans and approaches to help achieve these
A team player
Knowledge of relevant legislation
Communication and negotiation experience with key stakeholder groups.
The ability to think laterally and strategically, but with a practical approach
Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly establish confidence and the ability to appropriately advise and influence senior managers/partners
A proactive client service orientation and strong focus upon delivery
The ability to work in a complex matrix environment, to be flexible and tactical in the delivery of HR services in that environment
Strong demonstrated team leadership and coaching abilities (directly lead, developed and retained a team) as part of staff management.
Excellent presentation, communication and influencing skills
Proven ability to convert strategy into action
Ability to link immediate and long term business objectives with HR solutions