Part-Time or Freelance Human Resources Advisor

Part-Time or Freelance Human Resources Advisor

2 Days a Week (Initially) with 1 Day Office-Based in North London

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Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact? Join us at one of the UK’s leading legal aid firms, recognised in Chambers and the Legal 500 for our commitment to civil liberties, human rights, and public law. We’re proud winners of the Excellence in Access to Justice award from the Law Society, and we believe in justice for all.

This is a fantastic chance to thrive in a generalist HR role within a diverse and dynamic law firm. You’ll report directly to our Managing Partner, providing professional HR advice and practical support to both employees and managers on a variety of HR topics and policies.

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Salary/Remuneration: £16,000 (based on 2 days a week, equivalent to £40,000 FTE) depending on experience

We celebrate diversity and inclusivity within our staff and the clients we represent. We truly believe that a diverse team contributes to our success and the quality of service we provide. We especially encourage applications from individuals or businesses from under-represented groups within the profession.

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Your Role:

• Serve as a go-to support for our staff on HR matters, working closely with the Managing Partner.

• Monitor, develop, and update HR policies and procedures to align with current employment legislation.

• Create and deliver HR training sessions for employees and managers.

• Actively contribute to a supportive and engaging workplace environment by providing support in grievances, capability and disciplinary matters to promote a culture         of trust and transparency

• Promptly inform our payroll and operations team about any changes in the employee life cycle.

• Assist with the annual salary and bonus review process.

• Help with recruitment processes as needed.

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Key Skills & Requirements:

• Willingness to work in our Tottenham office at least one day a week to connect with our staff in person.

• A strong commitment to our values—learn more about them here.

• Previous generalist HR experience, ideally within a law firm.

• Knowledge of Moorepay HR system

• A solid understanding of employment legislation and a passion for staying updated on changes.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence effectively.

• Great attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• A focus on delivering high-quality service.

• A CIPD qualification is a plus but not essential.

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How to Apply:

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the role and skills to HRadvisor@wilsonllp.co.uk

Legal 500 2024 says

‘Wilson Solicitors has an exceptional team and is well placed to take on a broad range of work, on each occasion delivering for clients the highest standard of work.’

‘’Delivering for clients the highest standard of work’, Wilson Solicitors LLP regularly brings significant public interest test cases challenging the actions of public bodies, acting in judicial review applications, unlawful detention matters, social care issues, and police failures to protect victims of modern slavery’.

Chambers 2025 says

"Wilson Solicitors are very responsive and go above and beyond for very vulnerable clients."

"The team's care and attention to detail are what sticks out the most from their work. They are able to offer a really holistic approach."

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