Charles Russell Speechlys LLP

Learning and Development Specialist and Coach (14 month FTC) Learning and Development Specialist and Coach The HR Function The HR function is split across several key areas: Business Partnering; Talent and Culture which includes, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Reward & Benefits; Services & Policy; and Organisational Learning & Development, all working collaboratively together and with the wider business to deliver the people aligned Firm strategy. Providing a trusted, high-quality service and delivery in line with our Firm values is key to the professional reputation of the function. Role Purpose Reporting to the Head of Organisational Learning and Development, the Learning & Development Specialist and Coach will be responsible for facilitating world class business and management learning programmes across Charles Russell Speechlys. You will be actively involved in the full learning life cycle process (scoping, objectives, scripting, design approach, prototypes, reviews, tools and evaluation). The Learning & Development team run the development programmes through 'The CRS Business School'. Having now been in in operation for almost 5 years, the CRS Business School provides industry leading core business, management and leadership development to support every individual within our firm. This is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract role to cover a period of maternity of leave. Roles and Responsibilities Identify the learning and development needs for Trainees, Apprentices through to fee earners who are three-years PQE and individuals based at the equivalent levels within Business Services; Co-lead on our development programmes, Ignite and Accelerate, for Trainees, Apprentices through to fee earners who are three-years PQE across the Firm and individuals based at the equivalent levels within Business Services; Coach individuals who complete our Accelerate Programme including Associates, Advisors and Specialists and individuals based more broadly across the Firm, as required; Lead on and effectively manage our two internal Mentoring Programmes ensuring all mentoring applications are reviewed and actioned on an ongoing basis; Co-design and continuously evolve business and management programmes; Facilitate psychometrics and emotional intelligence assessments; Work collaboratively to ensure programmes are aligned to our Values and Behaviours framework; Deliver core business skills and management training programmes including topics such as: Personal effectiveness Effective communication skills Performance management Financial and commercial awareness Consultative selling and business development Delivering an excellent client experience Mentoring for Success Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles, and; Forge meaningful and influential working relationships with the wider HR function, Business Services, Directors, Partners, managers and other key individuals in the Firm. Skills and Experience Experience in confidently facilitating learning and development programmes and sessions to key internal stakeholders across different levels; A proven track record of personal development and growth; A coaching qualification from an accredited organisation; Experience in providing learning solutions in a large multi stakeholder business, within Professional Services is advantageous but not essential A robust knowledge of business and management theory and practice; Digital learning experience. Person Specification Ability to inspire and engage others at all levels in business; Passionate about helping others achieve their full potential; Able to work independently and be self-directed when required; Ability to work effectively as part of an ambitious team; Able to manage multiple projects effectively to deadlines; Excellent attention to detail Ability to think creatively and innovate; Excellent communication skills both written and verbal; Commercial awareness, financial acumen and a business-like approach to legal practice. Working together Integrity and respect Inclusive Personal impact and growth Driving high standards Client - centric Responsible Business For a detailed specification please download the job description in the documents section of this page. Clicking 'apply' will direct you to the application tracking system, hosted for us by

The firm's Compliance & Risk team, led by the firm's General Counsel, includes 10 lawyers and 2 paralegals advising on all aspects of legal risk, including financial crime compliance, claims, complaints, insurance, engagement terms, contracts, data privacy, SRA STaRS compliance and conduct issues and regulatory engagement. In addition, the New Business Intake team (approximately 30 managers and analysts) sits within the Compliance & Risk function, reporting up to the Director of Compliance. At present, the firm's London head office handles all compliance and risk matters across the firm's global footprint. The firm has recently appointed a new role, Head of Corporate Risk & Governance which in turn reports to the General Counsel. The role arose due to the expansion of the firm's General Counsel team in response to growth within the firm and increasing regulatory requirements within the sector in the UK and internationally. The Head of Corporate Risk & Governance is responsible for firm governance (including the LLP Members Agreement, intra-group agreements and related documents), ensuring compliance with professional standards (including through policy work, file auditing and training), and contractual work relating to both client engagements and the firm's suppliers. This new Compliance and Risk Counsel role will support and report to the Head of Corporate Risk & Governance, although the successful applicant will also undertake work with the General Counsel and potentially other members of the Risk Legal team. Role and Responsibilities Drafting and updating client engagement letters and standard terms of business Advising on outside counsel guidelines and client bespoke terms Providing Risk team assistance for client pitches, RfPs and Panel applications Advising on barrister, expert witness and local counsel engagement terms Working with the Head of Procurement to review and negotiate supplier contracts Drafting updates to LLP corporate documents and member resolutions Advising on SRA regulatory requirements Assisting with regulatory engagement Assisting with practising certificate renewals process Drafting firm policies Auditing files for compliance with regulatory requirements Assisting with COLP internal investigations Supporting the Head of Corporate Risk and General Counsel with strategic risk management initiatives Supporting the opening of any new offices Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles. Skills and experience Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with around 2-4 years' Post Qualification Experience, ideally with a commercial or corporate law background Relevant experience may have been gained either in a fee-earning or in-house role Strong drafting skills, especially contract drafting Experience of negotiating contract terms Understanding of SRA Code of Conduct Motivated to develop expertise in regulatory requirements in the UK and internationally Understanding of conflicts of interest and conflicts resolution would be advantageous but not essential Person specification Be able to work with minimal supervision and using own initiative Able to work effectively with and build strong relationships with colleagues at all levels across the firm Able to articulate difficult messages and decisions to the business through effective communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills Resilient, flexible in approach and responsive Able to balance competing priorities effectively Self-motivated and able to take responsibility for taking matters through to completion or resolution Experience of working in a large City or international law firm is desirable

Compliance and Risk Counsel - Data Privacy and AI Compliance and Risk Team The firm's Risk Legal Team, led by the firm's General Counsel, includes 10 lawyers and 2 paralegals advising on all aspects of legal risk, including financial crime compliance, claims, complaints, insurance, engagement terms, contracts, data privacy, SRA STaRS compliance and conduct issues and regulatory engagement. This role will report to the firm's Data Privacy Officer who is responsible for advising on the firm's data protection and ePrivacy compliance. It will suit a junior data protection/privacy lawyer, with broad experience of data protection advice from private practice, who is looking to move to an in-house role whilst retaining the benefits of working in a law firm environment. An interest in data protection issues relating to developments in AI would be advantageous. Roles and Responsibilities Supporting the maintenance of the data protection compliance programmes in line with Data Protection Legislation applicable across Charles Russell Speechlys, with a reporting line to the Data Privacy Officer. This includes data accountability and governance, drafting policies and procedures, privacy notices, advising on lawful bases for processing personal data, legitimate interest assessments and data protection impact assessments, data transfers, contract terms, training and handling data subject rights requests, including data subject access and erasure requests; Supporting the Firm's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR Programme and the various work streams as required; Providing support with the management and reporting of personal data breach notifications, including: preparation of security incident/data breach investigation reports; collection of relevant information from individual(s) reporting the breach; working with relevant stakeholders; and managing the internal personal data breach log; Responding to queries from individuals, including leading with the searches and collation of data, the review and preparation of responses to data protection related requests from individuals when needed; Supporting the data protection related third-party vendor management process, including maintenance of database, contact with vendors and internal business owners, including Procurement and Information Security, contract reviews, vendor questionnaires and risk assessments; Leading the maintenance of data protection policies and procedures, including the Data Protection and Monitoring Policy, Subject Access Request Policy and specific departmental policies, and ensuring these are kept up-to-date with changes in the law, case law and industry guidance; Supporting the DPO on data protection requirements relating to developments in AI at the firm, including reviewing AI offerings and developments, identifying and addressing additional needs and finding solutions to minimise risks; Maintaining a watching brief on data protection developments abroad, particularly related to the firm's office locations and identifying potential requirements and implications of local data protection laws; Drafting and advising on complex data protection-related documentation such as data privacy policies, intra-group agreements and leading in drafting of other data protection related internal policies, procedures and manuals and their implementation; Handling complaints, queries and subject access requests from data subjects; Reviewing, planning for and responding to client cyber and information security audits, in conjunction with Information Security. Comply with all relevant legal and regulatory obligations including the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations, and Principles. Skills and experience Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with around 2 years' Post Qualification Experience Ideally, experienced in data protection and AI work Relevant experience may have been gained either in a fee-earning or in-house role Person specification Be able to work with minimal supervision and using own initiative Able to work effectively with and build strong relationships with colleagues at all levels across the firm Able to articulate difficult messages and decisions to the business through effective communication Resilient, flexible in approach and responsive Self-motivated and able to take responsibility for taking matters through to completion or resolution Experience of working in a large City or international law firm is desirable