Our firm

Myerson is a Top 200 UK Law Firm as recognised by The Lawyer. We are also proud to be ranked ‘Top Tier’ by The Legal 500, commended by The Times ‘Best Law Firms 2019 and 2023’ and accredited as ‘World Class’ in the Best Companies League Table 2023.

We are one of the largest independent law firms in the North West, a bold claim we are proud to make because it’s been hard won. No instant growth through acquisition or merger. Instead, growth earned from our day-to-day endeavours, an entrepreneurial approach to doing business and a rock-solid reputation. We recruit staff who are motivated by our core values and have an affinity to our collegiate and independent ethos.

In September 2024 Myerson became a 100% employee-owned business. We are incredibly proud to be the first law firm in the Manchester market to make this positive step. Being employee owned means we have taken steps to safeguard our independence, stability and people first culture for years to come.

The role

We are looking for a pro-active and organised HR & Recruitment Assistant/Executive to join our small but busy People & Culture team! This role will be significant in supporting the Talent Acquisition Manager with the development and execution of all recruitment strategies across the Firm, assisting on a range of recruitment projects and administrative tasks. This role is also responsible for coordinating the employee onboarding process, from pre-employment checks to inductions, promoting a positive candidate experience throughout.

In addition to recruitment duties, the successful candidate will also play a key role in supporting the wider People & Culture team with various tasks, including maintaining the HR database throughout the employee lifecycle, reporting on key people metrics, coordinating learning & development activities and implementing policies and procedures.

The team

The successful candidate will work closely with the firm’s Talent Acquisition Manager, People Director and Senior People Executive. In keeping with the firm’s culture and traditions, the People & Culture team work very closely together in a cooperative and collaborative manner. It is essential that the successful candidate has excellent communication skills and is able to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team. The HR & Recruitment Assistant/Executive will also be encouraged to contribute and share ideas and improvements within the team, again in keeping with the firm’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit.

Key duties and responsibilities

This is an exciting, dynamic and varied role where you will be involved in numerous recruitment and HR activities. Some of the key duties and responsibilities include:

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Supporting the Talent Acquisition manager with the development and execution of recruitment strategies to attract the best talent.
• Developing and enhancing the firm’s careers pages, brochures and any other employer branding materials.
• Administering all aspects of recruitment, including drafting job descriptions, posting job advertisements, sourcing and contacting candidates, liaising with recruitment agencies, tracking applications through the ATS, assisting in the shortlisting of candidates and scheduling interviews.
• Assisting with conducting interviews, alongside hiring managers.
• Responding to all candidate and work experience enquiries
• Ensuring a personal and positive candidate experience from application through to commencement of employment
• Coordinating the assessment days for the emerging talent programmes and supporting with the candidate selection process.
• Organising the Summer Vacation Scheme and any other work experience programmes.

Employee Onboarding

• Administering the offer of employment process.
• Completing all pre-employment checks as required by the firm and relevant regulatory bodies.
• Coordinating the employee onboarding process for new employees.
  

HR Processes

• Updating and maintaining the HR database and personnel files throughout the employment lifecycle.
• Maintaining effective administrative procedures and systems for the team
• Assisting in the implementation and administration of HR policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate data and reporting on key people metrics and KPIs.
• Supporting learning and development activities by coordinating workshops and tracking participation, particularly for the emerging talent programmes.

Benefits include:

Generous annual leave, day off on your birthday, private healthcare, discretionary bonus scheme, smart working, flexible working hours, health & wellbeing contribution, regular team and firmwide socials, volunteer day, milestone awards, death in service scheme, a contributory pension scheme, genuine career progression and both technical and professional learning and development programmes.

Myerson are strong advocates of a successful work/life balance and proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. We welcome applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds with the same ethos, passion and enthusiasm.