Senior People Business Partner

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Direct message the job poster from Lester Aldridge Are you a strategic People Partner ready to make a meaningful impact in a respected UK law firm? Lester Aldridge LLP is seeking a Senior People Partner to join our People & Culture team and act as a trusted advisor to some of our key practice areas. This is a high-profile role where you’ll shape people strategy, drive performance, and champion a culture of excellence across the firm. What You’ll Do
Partner with practice areas to design and deliver tailored people plans Guide leaders on performance, reward, talent, and organisational design Lead on complex employee relations matters with confidence and care Use data‑driven insights to inform decisions and drive improvements Collaborate with specialists across L&D, Talent Attraction, Comms, and Operations Champion initiatives in wellbeing, D&I, and engagement Act as a change agent, helping embed strategic people projects across the firm
Why This Role Matters You’ll be at the heart of our people strategy — influencing decisions, shaping culture, and helping our colleagues thrive. This is a chance to work closely with experienced, senior stakeholders, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting legacy.
Proven experience as a People Business Partner in professional services Strong grasp of employment law, people metrics, and organisational dynamics Credible, influential, and confident in stakeholder engagement and relationship building Analytical thinker with a solutions‑focused mindset Passionate about continuous improvement and driving positive change A clear communicator who builds trust and challenges constructively
With over 400 colleagues across three offices, we offer the scale to support your ambitions — and the agility to make your voice heard. Join a firm with deep roots, bold vision, and a commitment to evolving through people. We offer a flexible approach to work with hybrid opportunities including a compressed work week and flexibility to work from home — though we would expect the successful candidate to be in our Bournemouth office at least 3 days per week. Ready to partner with purpose? Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Human Resources Industries: Law Practice and Professional Services #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Bournemouth
Job Type:
FullTime

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