Farani Taylor Solicitors
HR/Operations Executive
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About Farani Taylor Solicitors
Farani Taylor Solicitors is an award-winning full-service law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services with professionalism, integrity and outstanding client care.
We are looking for a highly organised, professional and proactive HR and Operations Executive to join our team. This is a varied role combining day-to-day HR responsibilities with operational and administrative support, including direct support to the Managing Director.
The successful candidate must be highly organised, discreet and confident working in a fast-paced professional environment where priorities can change quickly.
Human Resources Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination and onboarding.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR databases.
- Coordinate employee onboarding, inductions and offboarding.
- Assist with payroll preparation, attendance tracking, annual leave and benefits administration.
- Support performance management and employee development processes.
- Respond professionally to employee queries and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures.
- Support compliance with UK employment law, internal policies and employment regulations.
- Coordinate employee engagement activities, training programmes and wellbeing initiatives.
- Support the Office Manager/HR Manager with HR-related responsibilities and tasks assigned by the Managing Director.
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Operations and Executive Support Responsibilities
- Manage diaries, appointments and meeting schedules as required.
- Handle calls and messages when the Managing Director is unavailable.
- Manage and respond to emails professionally and promptly.
- Prepare for client and business meetings, including meeting rooms, refreshments and other requirements.
- Attend meetings and accurately prepare minutes and action points.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, including flights and accommodation when required.
- Carry out reasonable business-related errands when required.
- Coordinate day-to-day administrative and operational activities across departments.
- Monitor office supplies, equipment and facilities requirements.
- Support the development and implementation of operational procedures to improve efficiency.
- Assist with vendor management, procurement and contract administration.
- Prepare operational reports and maintain accurate business records.
- Support budgeting, expense tracking and cost-control activities.
- Support compliance with health and safety and workplace requirements.
- Work collaboratively with teams across the firm to support business objectives and projects.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience in an HR, operations, office management or similar professional role.
- Good understanding of HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records and general HR administration.
- Understanding of UK employment practices and HR compliance.
- Strong organisational and diary management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Confident using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues.
- Comfortable supporting senior management and handling confidential or sensitive information.
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Desirable
- Previous experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
- Experience supporting senior management, directors or executives.
- Experience with HR systems, payroll administration or employee databases.
- Experience coordinating recruitment processes from vacancy through to onboarding.
What We Are Looking For
- Proactive and takes ownership of responsibilities.
- Highly organised and dependable.
- Professional and confident when dealing with employees, candidates, clients and senior management.
- Able to maintain strict confidentiality.
- Calm under pressure and able to adapt when priorities change.
- Practical and willing to support both HR and wider operational requirements.
- Solutions-focused with a strong work ethic.
How to Apply
Please apply directly through LinkedIn or submit your CV with details of your relevant HR and operations experience.
This is a full-time, on-site position.
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