HR Manager Legal / Professional Services Location: St AlbansHours: Monday to Friday 9-5pmSalary: Up to £50,000Contract: 6 months, with a view to go permanentA well-established law firm is seeking a confident and experienced People Manager to join its HR function. This is a hands-on generalist role, supporting the Head of People and overseeing daily HR operations across the full employee lifecycle. You ll play a key role in fostering a high-performance culture and delivering people initiatives aligned with firm values.Key Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day HR operations, managing a broad range of lifecycle activities: recruitment, onboarding, performance, payroll, pensions, employee relations, and offboarding.Line manage and develop a junior HR team member.Act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, providing first-line supportSupport internal training, development programmes, and return-to-work processes.Monitor HR data and contribute to reporting and insights to inform decision-making.Ensure HR policies, procedures, and systems remain compliantContribute to ongoing HR projects and culture-building initiatives across the firm. About You: Strong generalist HR background with experience in a busy, fast-paced environmentComfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels.Experience managing ER cases, interpreting employment law, and advising stakeholders.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Proficient with HR systems and data reporting.Previous