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Early Careers Specialist (12 month FTC)

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Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Legal
    People, HR & Administration
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should have 2+ years in HR, strong operational skills, client service, and advanced communication. HR policy knowledge, IT literacy, and multi-project management are essential.
  • You will manage prospective trainees, deliver induction programs, support performance reviews, monitor development, and assist in recruitment campaigns and HR projects.

Requirements

  • Ideally a graduate, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an HR role in law or professional services
  • Excellent operational skills and experience in dealing directly with internal clients
  • Working knowledge of HR policies would be advantageous
  • Good IT literacy: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Experience of working within a professional services organisation, partnership or blue-chip company is essential
  • CIPD is advantageous
  • Team player, reliable, flexible, helpful, willing to work beyond contractual hours – very strong
  • Ability to work independently – very strong
  • Relationship management and confidence with senior stakeholders - very strong
  • Client service – very strong
  • Communication skills: ability to communicate with confidence both orally and in writing with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders – very strong
  • Positive approach and ability to remain calm under pressure – very strong
  • Organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines – very strong
  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently – very strong
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail – very strong
  • Ability to persuade and influence - strong

Responsibilities

  • Managing the firm’s cohort of prospective trainees through law school
  • Running “keep in touch” events with prospective trainees
  • Liaising with the firm’s appointed law school to ensure successful progression through the firm’s law courses (PGDL and CCP)
  • Managing and delivering the firms trainee induction programme
  • Co-managing the six-weekly mid-seat review and three-monthly review process for all 180 trainees, and providing advice and support to review partners and trainees
  • Managing the firm’s secondment allocation process and working to deliver a successful network and client secondment roster
  • Monitoring trainee performance and supporting trainees’ development areas through individual coaching meetings
  • Managing matters relating to employee relations, including advice and support to the business
  • Participating in HR projects, alongside representatives from a number of teams within the HR Department
  • Attending Trainee Solicitor Partner/Trainee Team Partner forums and assisting with the implementation of any changes to processes in the trainee solicitor life cycle
  • Supporting the Early Careers Recruitment team with recruitment campaigns, including providing statistics for marketing materials and publications, attending events and presenting to vacation visitors

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Early Careers Specialist role?

The primary purpose of the Early Careers Specialist role is to manage the trainee associate life cycle, providing day-to-day support and development for trainees from law school through to qualification.

What are the key objectives of this role?

The key objectives include building strong relationships with trainees, supporting their development and qualification, and establishing effective working relationships with various stakeholders within the firm.

What responsibilities will I have as an Early Careers Specialist?

Responsibilities include managing prospective trainees, running events, liaising with law schools, delivering the trainee induction program, co-managing performance reviews, and supporting HR projects.

What qualifications or experience are required for this position?

Ideally, candidates should be graduates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an HR role within law or professional services. Experience in a professional services organization is essential.

What skills are essential for an Early Careers Specialist?

Essential skills include strong organizational abilities, exceptional communication skills, relationship management, client service orientation, and the capability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Is a CIPD qualification required for this role?

A CIPD qualification is advantageous but not mandatory.

How does Freshfields approach diversity and inclusion?

Freshfields is committed to promoting equality and diversity, valuing differences, and creating a supportive environment for all employees. They welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Will I have the opportunity to participate in recruitment campaigns?

Yes, the role involves supporting the Early Careers Recruitment team with recruitment campaigns and participating in various events.

What is the firm's policy regarding criminal convictions?

Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer, meaning applicants disclose criminal convictions only after a conditional job offer is made. Decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

What is the working culture like at Freshfields?

Freshfields promotes a collaborative and supportive culture, emphasizing respect, openness, and a commitment to personal and professional development among its employees.

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Law
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1743
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a global law firm with a long-standing track record of successfully supporting the world's leading national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments on ground-breaking and business-critical mandates. Our 2,800-plus lawyers deliver results worldwide through our own offices and alongside leading national firms. Our commitment and business know-how mean our clients rely on us when it matters most. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer has offices in Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, China, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, the United States of America and Vietnam.