This job is with Travers Smith, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Travers Smith is a leading full-service law firm, with awealth of experience in its areas of specialisation. The firm has amarket-leading reputation for its international expertise in AssetManagement, M&A and Dispute Resolution & Investigations.Clients include asset managers across the alternative asset classes(private equity, venture, credit, infrastructure and real estate),publicly listed and private companies, financial institutions, andother business enterprises involved in large and complex UK andcross-border matters, transactions and disputes. Our purpose is toprovide the highest quality of service to our clients whilstenabling our people to achieve professional fulfilment in asupportive, inclusive and enjoyable working environment.Department
The team provides HR support andsolutions to the entire firm, with a direct link into thepartnership through the Chief People Officer. As the firm grows itsbusiness and looks to ensure a competitive advantage, thepartnership has made the conscious decision to draw on the knowledgeand expertise of a strategic HR team that will deliver commercialand practical advice to help engage, develop, recruit, and retainthe best talent.
The HR team has been on atransformational journey and has developed into a department thatcontributes strategically and aligns the 'People Agenda' with thepriorities of the business and the firm's vision. The team has builta reputation and earned credibility that demonstrates the highlyprofessional, proactive, and approachable nature of those whodeliver the HR support and solutions. Continuing to strive forexcellence, maintaining its brand whilst strengthening theconnections and strategic contribution, are the short to medium termgoals for all those who form part of this talented, hardworking, andfun-loving team.
The Role
Reporting into and working closelywith the Recruitment Business Partner, the Recruitment Assistantwill support the delivery of lateral recruitment across the firm.
Supporting on all roles withinbusiness services and legal teams, this individual will provideadministrative support for all requirements. While also leading andtaking ownership for recruitment of particular departments andpopulations.
This role will contribute to thestrategic aims and targets of the recruitment team, to ensurerecruitment is efficient, cost effective and considered.
Key Responsibilities
Managing the end-to-end recruitment process for allocateddepartments and populations (which is subject to change as per needsof the business and recruitment team).
Liaise and build strong working relationships with externalrecruitment agencies and agents, including briefing on new roles andupdating on processes.
Ensuring all agencies are signed to the TS standard terms &conditions and registered on the recruitment portal.
Support and advise recruitment partners and hiring managers withtheir recruitment needs/decisions.
Screening CVs and applications to ensure suitability of candidatesfor roles and liaising internally with appropriate stakeholders to review.
Ensure the Applicant tracking system (cvMail) is up to date at alltimes. Including posting new roles on the external website,internally and to recruitment agents. Updating candidates throughoutthe recruitment process and closing down roles.
Posting roles via LinkedIn.
Reviewing and approving recruitment invoices, liaising withCentral Finance for payment.
Ensuring placement data and analysis is up to date and accurate.
Leading the coordination and scheduling of interviews forprimarily the business services recruitment and legal teams (asrequired), including booking meeting rooms.
Support with the creation of interview scripts.
Review and amend job descriptions where necessary, also ensuringthey are stored correctly within the iManage system.
Conducting interviews as and when necessary.
Ensuring CV and interview feedback is delivered to candidates andagents in a timely and appropriate manner.
Handling offer process, including confirmation of details, verbaloffer, creation and delivery of formal documents.
Process employee referral bonuses where applicable.
Other Responsibilities
Support the wider HR team with the onboarding process for newemployees, liaising with new joiners, uploading details to theinternal HR system and guiding through the background screeningprocess with the third-party supplier (Accurate).
Support with performing right to work checks as and when required.
Help support the organisation and on occasion facilitating thefortnightly new joiner induction sessions.
Assist with project/process improvement recruitment relatedinitiates as and when required.
Key Stakeholders
Recruitment Business Partner.
HR Senior Leadership team and HR Business Partners.
Partners and hiring managers.
Personal Specification - Experience, Knowledge & Skills
At least 6-12 months previous recruitment experience will berequired, either at an agency or in-house.
Previous law firm experience is not necessary but would be beneficial.
Excellent IT skills, including Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPointand Excel.
Working knowledge of a candidate tracking system would be an advantage.
High degree of professionalism.
Excellent organisational skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Able to communicate effectively and confidently and adaptscommunications styles to different audiences.
Able to adapt to shifting priorities and adjust plans appropriately.
An ability to work well under pressure and to strict deadlines.
Possesses a client-centred 'can-do' attitude.
Relationship focused and appreciates the importance of buildingnetworks both internally and externally.
Uses initiative, thinks creatively, and has good problem-solving skills.
Works effectively as part of a team and on one's own.
Flexible in thinking and approach.
We are excited to be moving from our London headquarters inSnow Hill, to a brand-new building in the City - Stonecutter Court.The move is expected to take place in early 2026.
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Support and Adjustments for candidates: At Travers Smith, we arecommitted to ensuring that people who are disabled or have a long-termcondition are empowered in their identity, valued equally, andlistened to. If we can adjust the recruitment process to make it moreaccessible, please let us know. For further information please visitour website: Recruitment - Support andadjustments for candidates | Travers Smith