Talent Management Business Partner EMEA - 9 Month Fixed Term Contract Role purpose
To work collaboratively with the EMEA Banking & Finance and Tax Practice Group Leaders (PGLs) and Business Managers (BMs) to accelerate practice group and individual lawyer performance and development, aligned with strategic direction, vision and values of EMEA; and assist the PGLs and BMs with any and all people issues.
To work closely with the EMEA Director of Talent Management and other Practice Group Talent Management Business Partners for EMEA; and play an essential role providing high-quality business partnering support to lawyers in the EMEA Banking & Finance and Tax Practice Groups (the PGs).
This is a highly collaborative role, which requires liaising closely with the PGLs and BMs, while also working on a daily basis with office-based Talent Management colleagues. It is a hands-on position that requires proactive and reliable business partnering advice and service to the assigned PGLs and to the lawyers within the PGs.
Main responsibilities
Operate as a Business Partner for the designated PGLs and BMs to understand their strategic needs in relation to their people; liaise and co-ordinate with office-based Talent Management and Recruitment business partners to deliver:
Engagement (work closely with PGLs and BMs to understand key themes and areas of focus to develop and implement PG engagement plans across EMEA)
Team planning and management for the PGs (Talent pipeline, succession and promotion, and, in partnership with the PG BMs, capacity review and utilisation, etc.)
Recruitment (determine needs, evaluate staffing options, coordinate the on-boarding/induction for the PGs)
Mobility (liaise with Global Mobility Advisory Group and office-based Talent Management on mobility issues throughout the PGs in EMEA)
Talent Reviews (support and coordinate the EMEA Talent Review process for the PGs and work with the PGLs to identify and implement solutions and programs for underperforming and high potential talent)
Performance Management (support associate and local partner performance management processes (e.g., annual evaluation and promotion processes) for the assigned practice groups; evaluate performance results with the PGLs)
Career Development (coordinate nomination for EMEA programs, assess and identify lawyer training needs and address in partnership with EMEA Leadership and Learning Lead, provide individual career development coaching sessions on an as-needed basis)
Organizational Development (e.g. follow-up on BakerPulse surveys within the practice group, consistent with overall EMEA approach; focus on improving engagement)
Integration (serve as key liaison to support and facilitate integration of lateral partners in EMEA)
Close coordination with office-based Talent Management, provide HR advisory support to the PGLs on people-related issues
Partnership with the People and EMEA leadership teams to help develop optimal People strategy, infrastructure and resources for EMEA
Other duties as assigned
Travel requirements: Occasional travel may be required
You will report to: Director of Talent Management, EMEA
Your direct reports, if any: N/A
Key relationships:
Designated EMEA Practice Group Leaders and Business Managers
Talent Director of the central HR team
Office-based Talent Management and Recruitment Business Partners
Other internal functional teams as necessary for the correct execution of ad hoc matters
Technical skills, qualifications and experience
Bachelor's degree focusing on Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Organizational Development, Management, or other related areas
Extensive experience in HR/Talent Management, preferably with experience working in a professional services firm environment
Experience working across multiple locations and jurisdictions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent written and spoken English is required
Demonstrated ability to solve problems and drive results with a sense of urgency in setting strategies and executing against the objectives
Proven ability to influence, interact and consult with senior leaders, strong collaboration skills and effective stakeholder management
Strong coaching, counselling, business acumen, and overall communication skills
Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity
Baker McKenzie helps clients overcome the challenges of competing in the global economy. We solve complex legal problems across borders and practice areas. Our unique culture, developed over 65 years, enables our people to understand local markets and navigate multiple jurisdictions, working together as trusted colleagues and friends to instill confidence in our clients. This is an exciting time to join us as we invest in and further develop our Professional & Business Services organisation, providing rewarding and challenging career opportunities in all of our world-class business functions.
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people -- regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age -- to fulfil their professional aspirations with us.
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