Job Description

At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our ambition is to help you achieve your goals.

Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why many are incredibly longstanding. And we enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 100 years.



We are where you need us to be. We are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. Our international footprint is extensive and committed.




We are at our best tackling complexity and navigating change. We work alongside you on demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas.




We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, ESG, infrastructure and resources. And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world, including technology and digitalisation.



All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours.



Your goals. Our ambition.

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Support annual action planning and implementation for ERGs in the UK, ensuring activity is aligned with D&I strategy and coordinating a forward look of activity. Develop subject matter expertise to support ERGs, working closely with network leads to deliver high-impact initiatives (both internal and external). Support ERGs by reviewing communications, event invites and intranet stories to highlight ERG activity, raise awareness and demonstrate their impact. Co-ordinate regular sessions for ERGs with a focus on promoting collaboration and intersectionality. Be primary D&I point of contact for all UK & EMEA ERGs.

Mental Health

Support the development and delivery of our Wellbeing strategy, primarily through the Mental Health Champions programme and Mental Health Champions Steering Committee (UK & EMEA). Management of the Mental Health Champions programme to include; planning bi-annual training, hosting huddles and learning session, including acting as a primary D&I contact for Mental Health Champions in the region Plan and organise other mental health training and events, working with providers to schedule sessions and measure impact. Support other global and regional wellbeing priorities providing feedback and input into events and initiatives.

D&I learning

With support from the D&I Manager UK & EMEA; Manage the planning and scheduling of non-inclusive behaviours training, including reviewing and analysing feedback. Support the London reverse mentoring programme and advise on opportunities for expansion. Provide administrative, technical and event support with other D&I learning led by the D&I team.

Communications and engagement

Write intranet articles and content to provide updates on D&I strategic priorities. Work with the D&I team and Internal Communications team to prepare and implement the annual global communications calendar. Responsibility for the D&I and Health & Wellbeing internal SharePoint pages and feed into regular external website content requests.

External engagement

Deliver D&I overview to Vacation Scheme students. Conduct regular D&I market research by benchmarking peer firms and organisations considered to be "first in class" with respect to diversity and inclusion inititiatives. Support with larger client engagement requests, working with D&I team and Social Impact Client Communications Manager. Support with award and index submissions.

Other responsibilities

Co-ordinate and gather feedback from D&I events/initiatives, making suggestions for improvement, ad-hoc projects supporting the wider D&I team - for example, supporting our global Multicultural Celebrations Series. Develop subject matter expertise for D&I and contribute to the on-going development and execution of the D&I strategy. Build relationships with key internal stakeholders, including the wider HR team. Track D&I budget ensuring all spend is recorded, including planned spend.

Qualifications and Requirements

Previous experience in / contribution to diversity and inclusion. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Organised and detail-oriented, able to work on multiple tasks with competing deadlines. Proactive with the ability to identify areas for improvement / offer support to the wider team. High level of discretion, diplomacy and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality. Willingness and flexibility to work additional hours as required.

Competencies

Personal Leadership

Positively impacts those around them, makes quality decisions and focuses on personal and professional growth. Demonstrates sound knowledge in their area of expertise. Anticipates potential problems and finds a range of possible solutions. Asks thoughtful, considered questions when approaching tasks and developing solutions.

Builds Genuine Relationships

Listens to others to ensure they feel heard. Takes time to get to know people beyond their role. Treats people with respect. Recognises when colleagues are under pressure and volunteers to help where possible.

Collaborates with others

Works within teams and across the business to share knowledge and achieve results. Grows genuine relationships to help achieve the best outcomes for the firm. Engages people with the right skills, knowledge and expertise to give advice and help with tasks. Connects other people within the firm who have mutual interests or work objectives. Generously shares their time, knowledge, expertise and talent to help others succeed.

Achieves Results

Prioritises their work and the work of their team according to the firm's strategic ambitions and priorities. Anticipates responses and plans their approach accordingly. Welcomes open and honest feedback as an opportunity to do things differently and improve the quality of outcomes. Looks for the most effective way to achieve outcomes, leverages the value and impact of technology and shares ideas for ways to innovate and improve. Maintains perspective and optimism when faced with setbacks, and views challenges as learning opportunities.

Enhances the Client Experience

Creates opportunities to enhance the experience of the firm through their daily tasks. Consistently behaves in line with the firm's values in their interactions with others. Enhances the firm's brand and reputation through their own ethical and professional behaviour, both inside and outside the firm.

Team

Human Resources

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

London

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values--Human, Bold, and Outstanding.