Job Description
Contract: Permanent
Team: HR
Office Location: London, Sheffield, New York, Matawan, Boston, Washington, Miami or Atlanta
The role:
The HR Specialist is a key member of the Partner & Culture Office, helping to bring the firm's Partner strategy to life through outstanding coordination, governance, insight and execution. Working at the centre of the Partner lifecycle, the role supports critical decisions and activities relating to Partner promotion, performance, development and culture, ensuring processes are delivered with consistency, professionalism and operational excellence. Through strong analytical capability, attention to detail and effective stakeholder management, this role enables informed decision-making and a high-quality Partner experience across the firm.
Key Accountabilities:
- Serve as a key operational enabler of the Partner & Culture Office, supporting the consistent and effective delivery of the Partner lifecycle.
- Generate data, insights and reporting that strengthen decision-making and provide visibility across key Partner initiatives and outcomes.
- Uphold the governance, integrity and operational discipline required to deliver fair, transparent and consistent Partner processes globally.
- Maintain and enhance Partner lifecycle data and analytics, enabling greater transparency, insight and reporting across the firm.
- Coordinate and support the delivery of Partner programmes, communications and initiatives, helping to bring the Partner & Culture Office strategy to life and create a high-quality Partner experience.
What your day will look like:
- Partner Election Process - Coordinate and support the end-to-end Partner election process, ensuring consistency, governance and a high-quality candidate experience across regions. Prepare and manage all materials, timelines and logistics to support informed and effective decision-making
- Partner Development Reviews - Support the delivery of Partner development reviews, including data collection, meeting coordination, calibration activities, analysis and reporting. Track outcomes and trends to provide insight into Partner performance, development and progression
- Partner Leadership Programmes - Provide operational support for the Partner Leadership Programme, helping to ensure a high-quality participant experience and effective programme delivery. Monitor participation, feedback and outcomes, providing reporting and insights to support continuous improvement. Serve as a key contact for the P&CO SharePoint site and mailbox
- Data, Insights & Reporting - In partnership with the HRIS team, maintain the integrity of Partner lifecycle data and reporting. Develop dashboards, reports and insights that enhance transparency, support leadership decision-making and provide visibility of progress across the Partner population
- Governance and Operational Excellence - Support the establishment and continuous improvement of consistent processes, governance standards and ways of working across Partner promotion, development and leadership activities. Ensure programmes are delivered with professionalism, accuracy and alignment to the broader P&CO operating model
The team:
The Partner & Culture Office is a dedicated function focused on strengthening Partner leadership, development, performance and culture across the firm. The team provides governance, insight and operational support across the Partner lifecycle, including promotion, leadership development, performance reviews, succession planning and culture initiatives. Working closely with firm leadership, HR and Partners globally, the team helps ensure a consistent, transparent and high-quality experience while supporting the firm's long-term leadership and growth objectives.
What we are looking for:
- Experience in HR, HR operations, talent management, people analytics, or a similar role
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, with advanced Excel capability and experience producing accurate reports, analysing data, identifying trends, and generating insights to support business decision-making.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint, with experience using SharePoint and maintaining website or intranet content. Strong visual communication skills, attention to design, and the ability to create engaging, professional materials for a variety of audiences.
- Proven ability to coordinate complex processes and manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence working with senior leaders
- Experience supporting performance, promotion, development, or leadership programmes is desirable
- Excellent organisation and written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to work with senior stakeholders and maintain professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
What we offer:
A career at Fragomen will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting environment for a broad range of clients, where no two days will be the same. You will face interesting challenges, and will work with dedicated, friendly and ambitious people, where providing exceptional client service is at the core of what we do. We are extremely proud of our workforce at Fragomen, and we are fully committed to providing equal opportunities.
At Fragomen, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth.
What to expect:
- Once you have submitted your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your skills and experience. If these match the requirements of the position, a member of our team will contact you to schedule an initial phone call.
- If shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in our interview process, which will consist of at least two stages, one of which will be conducted in-person. Depending on the role, you may also be required to complete a written assessment.
- After the interviews, we will carefully evaluate all candidates and make our final decision. You will be notified of the outcome and feedback will be provided.
- At Fragomen, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all applicants and employees. If you require any specific accommodations or support during the interview process, please let us know, and we will consider what reasonable adjustments are possible to meet your needs
Fragomen is committed to promoting equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.
Compensation:
The salary range for this role reflects a variety of factors considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, work location, work arrangement, licensure and certifications, and applicable laws. Placement within the range will vary based on these factors, and compensation decisions are made to ensure internal equity and alignment with market data.
A reasonable and good-faith estimate of the current salary range for individuals able to work a hybrid schedule in the office locally is:
£31,800.00 - £60,900.00
You may also be eligible to take advantage of our benefits offering, 401K, and paid time off plans.
All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI‑assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision‑making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.
