--- title: 'Senior HR Advisor at Foot Anstey LLP' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-hr-advisor-foot-anstey-llp-plymouth-w49wg9yth9es' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Senior HR Advisor at Foot Anstey LLP - **Company:** Foot Anstey LLP - **Location:** Plymouth, United Kingdom - **Posted:** 2026-08-09 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/footanstey/jobs/8608855002 ## Job description Job Title: Senior HR Advisor Are you ready to step into an Senior HR Advisor role where you'll add value from day one and help drive a progressive, high-performing people function in a growing national law firm? We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together. Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger - not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone. - We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies. ________________________________________ ## The role in 60 seconds - Role: Senior HR Advisor (Senior People Advisor) - Team: Human Resources - Location: Plymouth - Working Pattern: Full time - Why this role matters: This pivotal role sits at the heart of our People function, helping to create a positive, high-performing culture while ensuring our people processes enable the firm to achieve its strategic ambitions. ________________________________________ ## What you’ll do You'll be stepping into a role with real scope - and real support.  A role where we'll invest in your development. You'll contribute to the delivery of our HR strategy, providing high-quality service and professional advice to our employees. You'll play a crucial part in managing employee relations, supporting process improvements, and contributing to various HR projects. In this role, you’ll: - Support HR in the provision of a comprehensive and effective HR service for the firm. - Oversee employee relations, including complex conflict resolution and disciplinary/grievance procedures. - Demonstrate strong professional credibility and build on-going relationships as a trusted advisor with managers and leaders. - Drive core people processes such as ownership of parental leave, probation and performance reviews. - Coach, challenge and influence managers, providing advice and recommendations on all people related issues. - Work closely with the People and Reward Manager and HR Business Partners to ensure clear communication, alignment and consistency of approach. - Deal with first and second level queries from employees regarding general HR and benefits by phone, email and in person. - Absence monitoring and contact and liaison with employees on sick leave including arranging meetings and OH referrals. - Produce reports and management information from the HR Management System and other sources. - Prepare correspondence on general HR matters such as exit interviews, return to work meetings, and performance meetings. - Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies. - Participate in the continuous improvement of HR processes and procedures. ________________________________________ ## What we’re looking for We’re seeking an experienced HR professional - someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and brings: - Proven experience of HR/People Advisor level work ideally within a professional services environment. - CIPD level 5/degree in Human Resources Management or a related field. - Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices. - A solution-focused approach to conflict resolution. - Proficiency in HR management systems. - A proactive approach to employee engagement and wellbeing. - Proven ability to plan and implement projects/initiatives. - Analytical skills: to quickly evaluate data/situations and reach conclusions. - Excellent relationship building and influencing skills. - Ability to work with appropriate attention to detail and high standards, whilst still working at pace. - Experience of working in a fast-paced, professional services or legal organisation would be highly desirable. - And you’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together. _______________________________________ What if I don't tick every box? We're not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth. If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply. ________________________________________ Join a seriously ambitious firm At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out: - An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark. - A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises. - A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative. - A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities. - Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals. ________________________________________ Progressive benefits tailored to you We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including: - Competitive salary. - Enhanced parental leave policies. - Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships). - An open, flexible working environment. - [Find out more about our benefits and work environment here](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/) ________________________________________ Ready to apply? - Hit the "Apply Now" button. - Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you. - Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome. - Invited for interview? - With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do. - We want you to be able to showcase your talent and to feel comfortable being yourself throughout the process. If there’s anything we can do to support you or make things more accessible, just let us know – you can tell us at any stage of the process. - If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know. Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary. ## About Foot Anstey LLP ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Foot Anstey is a UK national law firm that provides legal and business advice across multiple sectors, aiming to become its clients’ most trusted adviser. - **Entity Type**: Private (Limited Liability Partnership) - **Headquarters**: Exeter, United Kingdom (with additional offices in Bristol, Plymouth, Southampton, and London) - **Founded**: Not publicly available - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Legal services, with sector specialisms including Energy & Infrastructure, Islamic Finance, Private Equity, Developer, and Employment. - Target customers: B2B – enterprises, developers, financial institutions, private equity firms, and other commercial clients. - Mission or purpose statement: “Powering ambition” – helping clients and people achieve what’s important to them. ## Products & Services - **Energy & Infrastructure Advisory**: Legal counsel for energy projects, infrastructure development, and regulatory matters. - **Developer Services**: Support for property developers, including planning, commercial property, and construction law. - **Islamic Finance**: Specialised advice on Sharia-compliant finance structures and transactions. - **Private Equity**: Legal services for private equity deals, fund formation, and M&A. - **Employment Law**: Advice on employment contracts, disputes, and HR matters. - **Commercial Property**: Transactions, leasing, and property management legal support. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private LLP) - **Key Metric**: Not disclosed – the firm has grown organically over the past decade without mergers, and in May 2023 set out an ambitious four-year strategy to scale further. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors (partner-owned). Partners include Martin Hirst (Managing Partner), Karen Bates (Partner & Chair of Board), Felix Hebblethwaite (CFO), Stephen Arnold (Chief Client Officer), and others. - **Growth Signals**: Organic growth trajectory; launched a new four-year strategy in 2023; expanded offices; invested in culture and benefits (e.g., fertility health partnership with Fertifa). ## Competitive Advantages - **Organic growth**: Has maintained a strong, consistent culture and client focus by growing organically rather than through mergers. - **Sector-focused advisers**: Deep understanding of specific industries (Energy, Islamic Finance, Private Equity, etc.) providing tailored advice. - **“Refreshingly human” culture**: Emphasis on collaboration, trust, and support, which attracts and retains talent and builds long-term client relationships. ## Strategic Focus - Current priorities: Execution of the four-year strategy announced in May 2023 to evolve and scale the firm, while preserving its culture and sector expertise. - Ongoing investment in people, innovation, and responsible business practices (sustainability, diversity & inclusion). ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as “seriously ambitious” yet “refreshingly human” – collaborative, supportive, and inclusive. New joiners often highlight the friendliness and real support from day one. - **Flexibility**: Hybrid working model (not explicitly stated but implied by roles in multiple offices). Dog-friendly offices, flexible hours, and the option to buy/sell holiday. - **Benefits (from [footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/our-benefits/](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/our-benefits/))**: - *Parental leave*: 6 months fully paid for primary and secondary carers. - *Fertility & hormonal health*: Up to £15,000 lifetime funding via Fertifa for all employees. - *Sabbatical*: 4 weeks fully paid every 5 years, with additional spending money. - *Private medical insurance* (fully funded) and digital GP access. - *Pension*: 5% employer contribution (when employee contributes 3%). - *Holiday*: 28 days + option to buy up to 5 extra days. - *Volunteering*: 2 paid days per year. - *Emergency back-up care*: 10 funded days for child/elder care. - *Life assurance*: 5x salary. - *Wellness*: Yoga, massages, Pilates, eye tests, flu vaccines. - **Development**: Strong career paths for lawyers, early careers (traineeships, apprenticeships), and business professionals with real scope to innovate. ## Sources 1. [footanstey.com – Homepage](https://www.footanstey.com/) 2. [footanstey.com – Careers](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/) 3. [footanstey.com – About Us](https://www.footanstey.com/about/) 4. [footanstey.com – Culture](https://www.footanstey.com/careers/life-at-foot-anstey/our-culture/) 5. 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