Human Resources Manager (12-month FTC)
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3571 (74% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Slaughter and May is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 1136 (Human resource managers and directors). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
1136 Human resource managers and directors Also possible | £37,100 | £42,300 | £47,600 | £52,900 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Role overview
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to join our HR Advisory team on a FTC basis to cover a maternity leave. The HR Advisory team plays a critical role within the broader Human Resources function providing high-quality HR support to the firm.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HR professional to drive business-aligned HR strategies, enhance employee experience, and champion inclusive workplace practices within a dynamic and fast-paced legal environment.
Our HR Advisory team offers a comprehensive range of HR support, partnering with Business Services leaders to develop and implement people strategies that drive organisational success. Working closely with the broader HR function - including Early Careers Development, Early Careers Recruitment, Recruitment, Diversity and Inclusion, HR Systems and MI, Global Mobility, and Reward and Benefits - this role ensures an integrated, proactive, and high-impact HR service.
Key responsibilities
The key responsibilities of this role are set out below and there may be others which are not listed. You may be required on occasion to work outside our normal working hours of 9:30am to 5:30pm.
Strategic HR Advisory and Business Partnering
- Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders and act as a trusted adviser on people matters.
- Provide proactive advice and guidance on employee relations, performance management, absence management, flexible working requests and wellbeing matters.
- Analyse HR data, identify trends and provide strategic insights to support decision-making.
- Advise on organisational structures, restructures, workforce planning and internal mobility.
- Support and facilitate annual performance review processes.
- Partner with key stakeholders and Learning & Development to ensure managers have the skills and knowledge to lead effectively.
Employee Lifecycle & Engagement
- Oversee the employee lifecycle from onboarding through to offboarding.
- Conduct and analyse exit interviews, identifying themes and supporting retention initiatives.
- Work on the annual salary and bonus review process in partnership with Reward & Benefits.
- Partner with business leaders to develop and implement employee engagement initiatives, ensuring high levels of motivation and satisfaction.
- Support health and wellbeing initiatives and ensure employees have access to appropriate support and resources.
HR Policy and Compliance
- Ensure HR policies remain current, legally compliant and aligned with best practice.
- Lead policy development and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with the firm’s employment lawyer on complex ER matters and risk mitigation.
- Work with HR Advisers to ensure a seamless HR service.
Team Leadership & Development
- Develop and mentor the HR Adviser, HR Assistant and HR Administrator alongside the other HR Managers.
- Promote collaboration across the HR function and encourage a joined-up and consistent approach to service delivery.
- Work closely with the other HR Managers to align people strategies across departments.
Candidate profile
Candidates for this position must have:
- A CIPD qualification with substantial HR experience, ideally in professional services or a legal environment.
- Proven ability to provide high-level HR advice to senior leaders and managers.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law, with experience managing complex employee relations matters.
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who best meet the minimum or essential criteria for our Business Services roles. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident 'Offer An Interview' commitment, please apply via our online application form and not via LinkedIn. You are disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ negative effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. For more information about the Disability Confident scheme, please see the government website here.
We welcome applications irrespective of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, belief or marital status
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Where this offer sits in the market
Human resources and industrial relations officers (SOC 3571) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~137k in sample- Middle half £28,912–42,432
- Median £33,904
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Slaughter and May holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3571 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.