Resource & Practice Management Advisor

The Job:

• Our Client, a hugely successful and progressive International law firm, are hiring a Resource & Practice Advisor to join one of their Practice teams.  Working closely with Partners and Associates, acting as a trusted advisor to the Practice Area Management Team, you will provide strategic advice on manpower planning and resource management, including the optimization of work allocation and the deployment of lawyers to maximize profitability, along with identifying/supporting their Learning & Development needs. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide information and advice in respect of manpower planning and resourcing

• Identify appropriate assignments for Senior Associates, incorporating the individuals’ preferences and development goals where possible

• Highlight/track resourcing trends and patterns across both the regional offices and globally;  identifying and action inter-office mobility opportunities

• Organize Partner meetings, Team meetings and AGMs  

• Ensure continued operational enhancement across the firm

• Work with the firm’s Business Services team to facilitate first class service, delivery and Best Practice

• Provide assistance and support with ad hoc projects as and when needed

• Ensure annual appraisal and career development plans are implemented and regularly reviewed

Skills/Experience:

• A recruitment background with the desire to move in to the resource allocation field; Professional Services background preferred

• University educated : HR qualifications an advantage but not essential 

• Authentic and articulate communication style 

• Genuine interest working/excelling in a Customer Service focused environment

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

• Proactive and self-disciplined : able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Strong influencing and problem solving skills

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong internal and external working relationships