HR Manager
CV-LibraryHoniton, DevonpermanentPosted: 13 July 2026
Apply NowSophia at Avocet Legal Careers is pleased to present an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor to join a growing and people-focused HR team at a well-regarded regional law firm in Honiton.
This is a varied and impactful role offering genuine scope to shape the firm's HR offering within a supportive and collegiate environment.
About the Client
Our client is a long-standing regional law firm serving businesses and individuals across Devon and Somerset. With a genuine commitment to their people's growth and a firm-wide culture built on collaboration and professional development, this is a practice where careers are nurtured and progression is actively encouraged.
About the Role
Working closely with the Head of HR, you will provide an efficient, responsive and high-quality HR advisory service to partners, heads of department, managers and employees across the firm. This is a full-time, office-based role that plays a central part in aligning the firm's people strategy with its long-term objectives.
HR Manager Responsibilities
* Overseeing the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, talent acquisition and performance management
* Providing expert HR advice to managers on employee relations, grievances and conflict resolution
* Developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies in compliance with current UK employment legislation
* Championing the firm's culture and driving employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives
* Managing compensation, benefits and reward strategies
* Attending meetings and taking minutes
* Managing internal communications regarding starters and leavers
HR Manager Requirements
* At least two years' experience in an HR advisory role
* CIPD qualified to Level 5 or above
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of an organisation
* Strong problem-solving skills and a confident, self-starting approach
* Strong attention to detail with a commitment to confidentiality
Desirable
* Experience in a law firm or professional services environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Birthday leave
* Option to buy and sell holiday
* Discounted legal services
* Good work-life balance
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded and personable HR professional with a genuine passion for people operations and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to a growing firm. You'll bring strong employment law knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, and the confidence to advise at all levels with clarity and professionalism.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers
This is a varied and impactful role offering genuine scope to shape the firm's HR offering within a supportive and collegiate environment.
About the Client
Our client is a long-standing regional law firm serving businesses and individuals across Devon and Somerset. With a genuine commitment to their people's growth and a firm-wide culture built on collaboration and professional development, this is a practice where careers are nurtured and progression is actively encouraged.
About the Role
Working closely with the Head of HR, you will provide an efficient, responsive and high-quality HR advisory service to partners, heads of department, managers and employees across the firm. This is a full-time, office-based role that plays a central part in aligning the firm's people strategy with its long-term objectives.
HR Manager Responsibilities
* Overseeing the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, talent acquisition and performance management
* Providing expert HR advice to managers on employee relations, grievances and conflict resolution
* Developing, reviewing and implementing HR policies in compliance with current UK employment legislation
* Championing the firm's culture and driving employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives
* Managing compensation, benefits and reward strategies
* Attending meetings and taking minutes
* Managing internal communications regarding starters and leavers
HR Manager Requirements
* At least two years' experience in an HR advisory role
* CIPD qualified to Level 5 or above
* Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and multitask effectively
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of an organisation
* Strong problem-solving skills and a confident, self-starting approach
* Strong attention to detail with a commitment to confidentiality
Desirable
* Experience in a law firm or professional services environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Birthday leave
* Option to buy and sell holiday
* Discounted legal services
* Good work-life balance
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded and personable HR professional with a genuine passion for people operations and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to a growing firm. You'll bring strong employment law knowledge, excellent interpersonal skills, and the confidence to advise at all levels with clarity and professionalism.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Sophia at Avocet Legal Careers