People and Culture Manager

 At JCP Solicitors, people are at the core of our business. We are proud to be one of the leading regional law firms in Wales, with a reputation built on trusted relationships, specialist expertise and a genuine commitment to our people, clients and communities. Our values underpin everything we do and shape the culture we continue to build across #TeamJCP.

This is a rare opportunity to join our Management Team and play a key role in shaping the future of our business.  We are looking for an experienced and motivated People & Culture Manager to join us and play a key role in supporting the continued success and growth of JCP.

You will be someone who understands the wider impact of your role on the success of the business. You will be commercially aware, proactive in your thinking and motivated to contribute to the company’s continued growth. The role will suit someone who is flexible and willing to go the extra mile when needed, with a genuine commitment to supporting colleagues and helping drive the business forward.

This is an exciting opportunity for a true HR Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and is passionate about creating positive workplace experiences.

The Role

The People & Culture Manager will lead the people function across the business and will sit as part of the Business Support Leadership Team, contributing to day-to-day business decisions.

You will manage and support a People & Culture Advisor and People & Culture Administrator, ensuring the delivery of an efficient, proactive and supportive HR service across all offices.

This role requires someone who is operationally strong whilst also able to think strategically, build relationships across the business and champion engagement, wellbeing and culture.

You will be based in Swansea but will be expected to travel to other offices when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the full colleague lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, development and exits
• Supporting managers with people-related matters and providing commercially focused HR guidance
• Managing recruitment, interviews and talent attraction initiatives
• Driving onboarding and induction processes to ensure excellent team member experiences
• Leading employee engagement initiatives, wellbeing activities and people-focused events
• Managing HR systems, reporting and people data, ensuring accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement
• Supporting learning and development initiatives and career progression opportunities
• Managing leave processes including annual leave, family leave and other absences
• Reviewing, developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Leading and supporting People projects and business change initiatives
• Leading and supporting all employee relations matters
• Supporting diversity, inclusion and positive workplace culture initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and HR best practice
• Working collaboratively with leaders across the business to support high-performing teams
• Contributing to wider business objectives as part of the Management Team
• Overseeing payroll delivery in partnership with an external provider, ensuring accuracy, compliance with statutory requirements, and effective resolution of queries
• Managing employee benefits provision, including scheme administration, provider relationships, and clear communication to team members.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in a generalist HR management role
• Is CIPD qualified
• Has experience managing and mentoring HR team members
• Is confident handling a wide range of employee relations matters
• Has strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
• Is approachable, pragmatic and solutions-focused
• Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively at all levels
• Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Shares our values of being sincere, consistent, accountable and respectful

Why Join JCP?

At JCP Solicitors, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive, collaborative and positive working environment where our people can thrive. We encourage development, celebrate success and believe in providing opportunities for progression and growth.

As part of #TeamJCP, you will join a business that genuinely values its people and understands the importance of work-life balance, wellbeing and community.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and people-focused business, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

Full details of #TeamJCP benefits can be found here:

#TeamJCP Benefits | JCP Solicitors

And to find out more about work life balance at JCP, you can here from some of our team members in each team by selecting their names on the right-hand side here:  #TeamJCP Stories | JCP Solicitors

Closing date for applications: Friday 26 June 2026

* Please be aware that JCP Solicitors reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

JCP Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is open, fair and not influenced by irrelevant considerations.  JCP Solicitors recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief; we therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are strong supporters of the Welsh language and are very proud to have been the first firm of solicitors to be awarded the “Cynnig Cymraeg/Welsh Offer” recognition by the Welsh Language Commissioner in 2021. We support our Welsh speakers and fund lessons for those who would like to learn Welsh.

Rydym yn gefnogwyr brwd o’r Gymraeg ac yn hynod falch o fod y cwmni cyfreithiol cyntaf i dderbyn cydnabyddiaeth y Cynnig Cymraeg gan Gomisiynydd y Gymraeg yn 2021. Rydym yn cefnogi ein siaradwyr Cymraeg ac yn ariannu gwersi ar gyfer y rhai a hoffai ddysgu’r iaith.