HR Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced HR Manager to be based at our Sheffield office.

About us
Wrigleys is a well-established, reputable firm of specialist Solicitors and we have offices in Leeds, Sheffield and Newcastle. We represent clients across the UK and are considered as one of the leading expert practices outside of London. Here at Wrigleys we pride ourselves on providing a superior service to our clients within a professional yet friendly and authentic environment.

Our culture is built on our purpose of putting people at the centre of what we do, and our values guide us in all aspects of our work with clients and each other. Together with our supportive leadership team, we offer a collegiate culture where everyone has a voice, and we encourage collaboration, innovation, and growth.

This positive environment helps us maintain exceptional colleague retention levels.

What We Can Offer You

Life outside work matters. We promote work-life balance, offer agile working, and prioritise colleague wellbeing. Your health and happiness are important to us.

• Competitive salaries
• Agile Working
• Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits
• Generous holiday entitlement and holiday purchase scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance scheme
• Group Income Protection
• Employee Wellness Initiatives
• Private Medical Insurance
• Team and firm wide socials

About the role

Working as part of the HR Team, this role will provide support to the partners, Chief Operating Officer, HR Team and the wider firm. With a strong emphasis on employee relations, in this role, you will be responsible for fostering a positive work environment where colleagues feel valued, supported, and engaged.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure all firm processes are compliant with employment regulations and that all colleagues are aware of firm policies and the behaviour framework.
• Support HR Team with the implementation of the HR Strategy.
• Apply HR and business knowledge evidencing appropriate decision making skills.
• Manage complex employee relations casework including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and termination.
• Support and coach line managers to deal with HR issues including performance and sickness absence.
• Provide advice and support to the HR Team.
• Support HR Team in monitoring and reviewing HR policies and processes and implement changes where necessary.
• Maintain accurate employee records on the firm’s document management system and the HRIS.
• Support with the administration of payroll and benefit processes.
• Carry out HR induction sessions with new starters to cover policies, payroll, and benefits.
• Participate in the implementation of firm-wide projects, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the firm.
• Oversee the appraisal process and support managers with carrying out appraisal meetings.
• Act as a mediator in dealing with any internal conflict issues.
• Check and amend documents produced by the HR Team.

Essential experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of working in a generalist HR role and managing a team.
• CIPD qualified to at least level 5.
• Experience of working in professional services.

Person Specifications

• The ability to remain calm in stressful situations including during disciplinary hearings or colleague conflicts.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise, anticipate, plan ahead and problem solve.
• Adaptable, willing, and capable of working flexibly and as part of a team.
• Proactive in continuous professional development.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent knowledge of HR Information Systems

Application process

Our selection process for the HR Manager position is transparent. We prioritise keeping all candidates informed at every step, ensuring there is no uncertainty.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need us to make adjustments to give you the best possible recruitment process, please do let us know by contacting our recruitment team.

Equality and Diversity

Individual differences are embraced at Wrigleys, and by putting people at the centre of we do, we strive to create an inclusive working environment in which colleagues feel supported and can be themselves.