Dobson Welch Recruitment Specialists
Human Resources Manager- Legal
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Human Resources Manager
Location: London
Salary: £60,000-£65,000 plus excellent benefits
A leading national law firm is looking for an experienced HR professional to lead and develop its Trainee Solicitor Programme.
This high-profile role will oversee the full trainee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding through seat rotations, development, and qualification. You’ll also lead the firm’s Vacation Scheme and provide trusted HR guidance to trainees, supervisors, and senior stakeholders.
What you’ll be doing
- Leading the strategy and delivery of the Trainee Solicitor Programme
- Managing trainee recruitment, onboarding, induction, and seat rotations
- Ensuring compliance with SRA requirements
- Supporting trainee performance, development, wellbeing, and employee relations
- Coordinating appraisals, training, and SQE study sponsorship
- Managing the internal NQ recruitment and qualification process
- Leading the end-to-end delivery of the Summer Vacation Scheme
- Advising supervisors and senior stakeholders on trainee matters
- Using data, feedback, and market insight to improve the trainee experience
- Building relationships with professional bodies, course providers, and external partners
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What we’re looking for
You’ll be a commercially aware, highly organised HR professional with significant experience supporting Trainee Solicitors within a law firm. You’ll combine strong technical HR knowledge with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and manage sensitive matters.
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- A 2:1 degree or equivalent
- CIPD Level 7, or currently working towards it
- At least three years’ experience within a law firm
- Hands-on experience of trainee onboarding, seat rotations, appraisals, performance management, and qualification
- Knowledge of traditional Training Contracts and the SQE route
- Experience delivering assessment centres and Vacation Schemes
- Strong knowledge of HR best practice and employment processes
- Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills
- Exceptional organisation and attention to detail
This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future-talent strategy of a respected professional-services organisation while supporting aspiring solicitors through every stage of their early careers.
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