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Morton Fraser MacRoberts (MFMac) - Chief People Officer

2 days ago

Edinburgh

The company A new style of law firm, we’re trusted by clients because we focus on what matters: delivering practical advice and transparency on costs. We understand your needs and are committed to a user-friendly style of business. Our firm providesclients with unparalleled access to one of the largest legal resources in Scotland. With a team of over 250 lawyers, we seamlessly integrate business acumen with innovative approaches, guaranteeing exceptional client service and unrivalled expertise. We work with clients in all key sectors within the Scottish economy. Our strength comes from our collaborative relationships and our breadth of connections. We have an extensive network of clients and contacts throughout Scotland, as well as strong links to the wider UK and international markets. The role This role can be based at either our Edinburgh or Glasgow offices. As a member of our Executive Committee, the CPO acts as the firm’s chief adviser on all people and culture matters, shaping strategy, challenging and supporting senior leaders to drive sustainable commercial performance and an exceptional client experience aligned to the firm's growth ambitions. With the support of your People team, the CPO will focus on the following areas: Strategic Leadership • Shapes and delivers the People Strategy aligned to the firm’s vision, strategy and growth plans., • Provides courageous and constructive challenge to ExCo and partners to ensure people decisions align with the firm’s strategic and financial goals., • Translates people data into insight that informs decisions on profitability, resourcing and client service delivery., • Leads the design and delivery of culture-shaping initiatives that support market focus, collaboration, client focus, and sustainable performance., • Oversees talent acquisition, learning & development, talent review, succession planning and career pathways to ensure the firm has the right skills for the future., • Develops, implements and reviews fair, competitive and commercially viable reward strategies., • Champions diversity, inclusion and belonging as drivers of talent attraction, retention, innovation and client value., • Ensure high-quality HR operations, policies, systems and compliance., • Lead the People team to deliver consistent, professional and efficient service to the business. The successful candidate The firm is a leading independent Scottish law firm, operating in a highly competitive market that demands strong financial performance, excellent client service and a distinctive culture. The CPO partners with the CEO, ExCo and the Board to align people priorities with commercial strategy. The role requires the ability to challenge senior leaders constructively, providing insight and data-driven evidence to ensure decisions support long-term sustainable growth. • Outstanding senior HR Director/ People leader with significant experience in complex professional services or partnership or similar type environments., • Strong analytical and data-driven mindset: able to interpret complex workforce, financial and market data to influence decision-making, • Resilient and persuasive, with the gravitas to influence senior partners and challenge constructively at Board / ExCo/partner and leadership level., • Experience of leading cultural and organisational change., • Deep knowledge of talent, reward, L&D, workforce planning, diversity and employee engagement., • High personal credibility and professional integrity., • Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD), • Chartered/Fellow membership of an appropriate accredited Professional Institution(s) is preferred. How to apply To apply, please send your CV to Jaclyn Needham, Director at FWB to or for an initial confidential discussion, please contact her on 0131 539 7087.

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