Job Title: Senior Consultant - Legal Support & Operations Location: Perth, Australia (Home and CBD) Basis: Full time or Part time considered with hybrid/ flexible working capability (CBD/ WFH blend) About Practice.People. Practice.People. is a leading consultancy specialising in strategic, operational, and people consulting solutions tailored to the professional services industry. We are dedicated to fostering a growth-driven culture and to providing unparalleled consulting services to legal and accounting businesses. Our commitment to excellence and a personalised service, together with a lived experience in practice, has established us as a trusted partner for many leading private practice law firms (across all practice areas) and public practice accountancies. Our values drive our behaviours: Curiosity. Focused on fully understanding our clients, backed by our lived experience and knowledge. Curiosity drives innovation and leading edge solutions. Passion. Passionate about working with great people and about the professional services industry. Authenticity. True to ourselves, to our colleagues and to our clients, operating with discretion to build trust and foster healthy relationships. Growth. Promoting continuous improvement and sustainability. Job Description: Role Overview: We are seeking a passionate Senior Consultant to join our legal support and operations team, focusing on the legal support and operations market. The ideal candidate will have a background in legal services with a proficient understanding of the industry and a drive to help clients achieve their strategic, operational and resourcing goals. We would look at at least 3 years experience for this role within law, professional services or recruitment/ HR services. Key Responsibilities:
- Client Consulting: Collaborate with law firm Partners and recruitment departments to understand their resourcing goals and challenges, providing tailored recruitment consulting services to facilitate growth for client success.
- Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand their hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
- Talent Acquisition: Source, screen, and interview candidates to identify top talent for our clients.
- Candidate Management: Guide candidates through the recruitment process, from initial contact to job offer, ensuring a positive experience throughout.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic recruitment plans that align with clients' objectives.
- People Management: Offer expert advice on HR and recruitment strategies, including talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, and retention.
- Change Management: Assist clients in navigating organisational changes smoothly, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum buy-in from employees.
- Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends, job market dynamics, and competitor activities to provide valuable insights to clients and candidates.
- Networking: Attend industry events and networking sessions to expand your professional network and promote Practice.People.’s services.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in professional services support/ operations is preferred, with a solid understanding of the legal industry and its operational dynamics. However, we are open to enthusiastic individuals looking to transition to a career in recruitment and HR solutions.
- Skills: Solid communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational ability and attention to detail, and a proven track record of successfully managing projects and client relationships.
- Attributes: Self-motivated, goal-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Education: A degree in Human Resources, Law, Business, or a related field is advantageous but not essential.
- Passion: A genuine passion for the legal industry and a commitment to helping clients achieve their full potential.
- Impact: Make a significant impact by helping legal operations professionals and firms achieve their strategic goals.
- Growth: Be part of a growth-driven culture that values continuous improvement and innovation.
- Team: Work alongside experienced professionals who share a passion for their work.
Practice.People is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. To find out more, you can review our DE&I policy here: practicepeople.co/dei-policy
