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HR Business Partner - UK law firm

Central and Western District Permanent HK$900,000 - HK$1,300,000 per year View Job Description
A newly created HR Business Partner role within a global law firm, supporting expansion across Asia & the Middle East. Based in Hong Kong, this position will establish and build the regional HRBP function, partner closely with senior stakeholders, and offers future team leadership potential as part of a global HRBP structure.
  • Part of the Global HRBP team
  • New role establishing the HRBP function

About Our Client

Our client is an international law firm recognised for its people‑centric culture, collaborative approach, and strong commitment to responsible business practices. Operating across key global markets, the firm's HRBP function is globally aligned, delivering strategic people solutions and partnering with leadership to drive organisational capability and long‑term business success.

Job Description

  • Establish the HRBP function in Hong Kong to support the firm's regional expansion.
  • Act as a senior advisor to stakeholders across Asia and the Middle East, influencing decision‑making and building trusted, credible relationships.
  • Provide strategic HR guidance to partners, senior leadership, and business services heads on workforce planning, talent initiatives, performance management, and organisational development.
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws across multiple jurisdictions and align practices with global HR policies.
  • Use people analytics and insights to anticipate workforce needs and support strategic planning.
  • Lead and implement regional HR initiatives while ensuring alignment with global HRBP frameworks.
  • Manage complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.
  • Drive a high‑performance culture through objective‑setting, feedback, leadership coaching, and capability building.
  • Partner on resourcing strategies, succession planning, and talent identification for business‑critical roles.
  • Contribute to global HRBP projects and cross‑border collaboration.
  • Supervise HR Advisors, with potential to build and lead a wider team as the region grows.
  • Support annual compensation and reward cycles, ensuring fairness and regulatory compliance.
  • Champion diversity, inclusion, wellbeing, and the firm's core values.

The Successful Applicant

  • Degree‑qualified; CIPD or equivalent preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years' HRBP experience, working directly with senior leadership on a consultative and partnering basis.
  • Proven ability to influence, challenge, and advise senior stakeholders in a professional services or regulated environment.
  • Strong understanding of employment law across Asia and/or the Middle East.
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations matters and providing commercially sound guidance.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into practical people solutions.
  • Skilled in data interpretation and using insights to inform decision‑making.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building capability.
  • Experience mentoring or supervising HR team members.
  • English proficiency required; Cantonese or Mandarin advantageous.

What's on Offer

  • Newly created strategic position
  • Opportunity to build and shape the HRBP function across the region
  • High stakeholder visibility and influence
  • Future potential to lead a regional HR team
  • Part of a global HRBP community
  • Hybrid working environment
  • Competitive remuneration and long‑term career development opportunities
Contact
Janice Wong
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6919508
Phone number
+852 3602 2419

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
HR Business Partner
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Central and Western District
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Janice Wong
Consultant phone
+852 3602 2419
Job Reference
JN-012026-6919508

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.