Manchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Role summary/purpose of job The Performance Manager plays a key role within the firm’s Global Performance and Reward team, working collaboratively to support the design, development and delivery of performance initiative…
Skills: Performance Management, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Workday, Power BI
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
At Kroo Bank, we’re building a better bank from the ground up. One that puts customers first, treats money responsibly, and uses technology to make everyday banking simpler, fairer and more transparent. We’re a fully reg…
Skills: Compliance Monitoring, Financial Promotions Review, FCA Handbook Knowledge, Regulatory Risk Management, Stakeholder Management
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Why join us? The Secretarial & Administration team have an opening for an Admin Hub Assistant to join their team and be responsible for supporting the business in the production of on-site administration. Your role will …
Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Document Management, Case Management Systems
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Why join us? DWF is currently hiring an Senior Invoicing Specialist to join our Finance Operations Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience in a billing or invoicing role who is looking…
Skills: Billing, Invoicing, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Automation
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Why join us? We are seeking an experienced Senior In-House Lawyer on a fixed-term basis for 9 months to advise on all employment and partnership matters across the DWF Group. The successful candidate will deliver high-qu…
Skills: Employment Law, Contentious Employment Matters, Non-contentious Employment Matters, Partnership Law, Legal Drafting
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Senior Underwriter (PI & D&O) – Direct & Digital Trading Manchester | Hybrid Working | Permanent – Great Salary Generous Annual Bonus + Excellent Benefits Ready to shape the future of underwriting? At Markel, we're trans…
Skills: Professional Indemnity Underwriting, Directors & Officers Underwriting, Portfolio Management, Risk Selection, Digital Transformation
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Fixed Term Contract Duration - 11 Months About the Business Quilter Cheviot has been the wealth manager of choice for individuals and families for over 250 years, and today is one of the UK’s largest wealth management fi…
Skills: Financial Planning, Advice Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Engagement, Impact Assessment
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Role: Senior Associate Department: Energy & Construction Location: Manchester The Team Our Energy & Construction team is highly regarded for its expertise in complex, high-value disputes across the construction, engineer…
Skills: Contentious Construction Disputes, Engineering Disputes, Adjudication, High Court Litigation, Alternative Dispute Resolution
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
$37k–$40k/yr
We’re Capital on Tap 👋 💳 Capital on Tap started because small businesses were underserved. Big banks were slow, their products weren't fit for purpose, and small business owners often couldn't access what they needed. …
Skills: Collections, Financial Services, FCA Regulations, Insolvency, Legal Knowledge
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Legal Secretary (Join Our Talent Community) Department: Real Estate - Professional Support Hub Employment Type: Permanent Location: Manchester Description Multiple UK Locations | Hybrid Working Join us as a Legal Secreta…
Skills: Workflow Management, Document Production, Digital Dictation, Diary Management, Case File Organisation
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Restructuring Manager (Solvent Liquidations/MVLs) Interpath Can be based Manchester | London | Birmingham | Glasgow | Leeds Interpath is an international and fast-growing advisory business with deep expertise in a broad …
Skills: MVL Process Management, Insolvency Legislation, Closure Management, Pre-liquidation Planning, Due Diligence
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive …
Skills: Brand Management, Compliance Auditing, Stakeholder Management, Digital Asset Management, Content Management Systems
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Why join us? DWF is recruiting for a Tech Onboarding & Support Specialist to join the Tech Onboarding & Support (Learning & Development) team which delivers consistent, accessible and engaging systems onboarding and trai…
Skills: L&D, Training Delivery, Facilitation, Communication, Presentation Skills
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
Average weekly hours (not guaranteed): 10-15 Hourly rate as follows: from £50.42 for Blended Learning from £86.44 for Distance Learning from £65.86 for Dissertation Supervision In addition to the above hourly rate, you w…
Skills: Teaching, Student Assessment, Curriculum Development, Distance Learning, Blended Learning
Trowers & HamlinsManchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Document Production Specialist (8am-1pm / 25 hours) - Manchester Department: Document Production Centre Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Manchester Description We are looking for an experienced Document P…
Skills: Document Production, Typing (60+ wpm), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving qual…
Skills: Supplier Risk Management, Supplier Qualification, Third-Party Risk Management, Procurement Operations, Due Diligence
Trowers & HamlinsManchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Evening Document Production Specialist (3.30pm - 10pm / 30 Hours) - Manchester Department: Document Production Centre Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time Location: Manchester Description We are looking for an experien…
Skills: Document Production, Typing (60+ wpm), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$44k–$47k/yr
Employment Rights Lawyer Application Deadline: 16 July 2026 Department: Employment Rights Employment Type: Full Time Location: Manchester Compensation: £43,530 - £46,777 / year Description We're looking for qualified Sol…
Skills: Employment Law, Employment Tribunal Litigation, Caseload Management, Client Relationship Management, Legal Advice
Cushman & WakefieldManchester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
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Skills: Business Rates Advice, Rating Appeals, Valuation Office Agency Negotiations, Liability Mitigation, Portfolio Strategy
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid
As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions -- we have a cl…
Skills: VAT Compliance, EU VAT, UK VAT, Process Improvement, VAT Technology Enablement
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The Performance Manager supports the design and delivery of global performance initiatives, including cyclical review processes and behavioral change frameworks. The role involves collaborating with People teams to enhance tools, communications, and data reporting to drive high-quality performance outcomes.
Candidates must have experience with modern performance management practices in complex global firms and proficiency in HRIS tools like Workday. Strong analytical skills and experience using AI platforms and Power BI are essential for this role.
The Performance Manager plays a key role within the firm’s Global Performance and Reward team, working collaboratively to support the design, development and delivery of performance initiatives, projects and cyclical activities.
The role contributes to the ongoing evolution of Freshfields’ approach to performance, including the enhancement of frameworks, tools, processes, communications and guidance that enable behavioural change and high-quality performance outcomes across the organisation.
Working closely with broader People teams—including People Experience, Learning & Development (L&D), HR Information Systems (HRIS), and HR Business Partners (HRBPs)—the Performance Manager ensures timely and high-quality execution, supports alignment and engagement across the People team and other stakeholders, and supports the continuous improvement of firmwide performance practices that align to the needs of the business.
Support the planning, design and delivery of key performance projects, initiatives and cyclical processes (e.g. mid-year review, year-end performance review, Executive performance management).
Partner with People Experience to design and deliver clear, engaging communications to support all colleagues to embrace, own and execute performance processes and practices effectively.
Partner with L&D to create engaging content that supports behaviour change, builds capability and embeds good practices e.g. feedback.
As required, produce performance reports, ensuring accuracy and providing insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
Identify opportunities to develop and make best use of technology and AI (e.g. Workday, 360 feedback technology) to drive better performance outcomes.
Work closely with People teams e.g. People Experience, HRIS, and HR Business Partners (HRBPs), to ensure alignment, consistency, and strong delivery of performance activities.
Identify opportunities to enhance performance frameworks, tools and processes, contributing to a more effective experience.
Identify opportunities for innovative ways of working in the team and take action to embed them.
Key requirements (Communication/skills/experience)
Knowledge and experience of modern and effective performance management practices in complex, global firms e.g. goal-setting, feedback, performance review.
Experience of enhancing, planning and implementing core people processes e.g. performance, talent, L&D.
Strong analytical skills, comfortable with managing large datasets.
Experience of using AI (LLM) platforms, Microsoft PowerPoint and PowerBI.
Proficient in HRIS (preferably Workday) with skills in people-related systems.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills, with proven ability to support organisation-wide change.
Strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Freshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered on the basis of their merit alone. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK in the role in question and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing.
Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only if and when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case-by-case basis and take a number of relevant factors into account (e.g. the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.
Freshfields is a global firm with over 280 years’ experience of anticipating change, setting new standards and shaping the future of law. In a complex world where new opportunities evolve quickly, we are a trusted, forward-thinking partner who can give clients the edge and help propel their ambitions. At Freshfields we are steadfast champions of our clients—that’s why leading global companies turn to us when it matters most. We are proud to be recognised as a top-tier leader in the practice areas most important to clients around the world today. We bring bold thinking, deep expertise and the latest capabilities to help clients make critical decisions, prepare for new opportunities, and tackle unprecedented matters. When opportunities stretch across borders, we connect clients with experts and advisors from across our global team. We are deeply committed to making a positive impact for our clients, our communities and the people we serve, and we are transparent about our efforts to drive change. --- Freshfields has offices in Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, China, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, the United States of America and Vietnam.
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