The HR Service Desk Junior Analyst works within our HR Service Desk Team as the first point of contact for all Partners and Employees, responding to HR enquiries and requests via various customer channels including email, employee portal, telephony, and chat (when technologies permit). You will carry out all tasks within specified time scales in order to meet our Service Level Agreements, follow departmental procedures, and ensure all interactions are accurately logged within our HR Case Management (CRM) system for audit, compliance, and quality purposes.
You will ensure that the customer experience is outstanding by delivering excellent customer service; managing all queries positively, efficiently, and accurately; maintaining data protection; handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately; and working closely with internal teams and departments to secure the right resolution for our Partners and Employees. In some instances, you may be required to deal with customers external to DLA Piper, such as former employees, recruitment agencies, and third-party suppliers.
The HR Service Desk team supports Europe, the Middle East, South Africa, Morocco, and Asia. We are currently working on expanding its global reach and processes
Main duties and responsibilities
- Responsible for dealing effectively with queries from Partner and Employee populations via various customer channels.. At all times conveying a professional and efficient attitude following customer service standards.
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- Sign post and help educate the business on how they can navigate to/access on-demand (self-serve) HR knowledge and content.
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- To accurately resolve as many, if not all, queries as possible during the first initial contact.
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- Interact with various HR teams and escalate cases where appropriate as per the escalation guidelines/ways of working.
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- To be proactive to customer needs and actively participate in customer service improvement activities and initiatives.
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- To understand and work towards achieving standards set within the Service Level Agreements (SLA) and GSC Key Performance Indicator (KPI) requirements.
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- To provide clear, concise and accurate information to Partner and Employee populations ensuring that all interactions are accurately logged within the HR CRM system.
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- Support other internal departments in achieving their KPI's in respect of query resolutions.
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- To construct suitable responses to queries from Partner and Employee populations at varying levels.
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- To attend and actively participate in all training required.
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- Flexibly process multiple enquiries across multiple customer channels.
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- Adherence to company internal policies and controls including guidelines laid out under the GDPR.
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- Make recommendations for improvements to Tier 0 (HR portal content) areas where required.
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- Maintain a basic awareness of statutory regulations in supported countries.
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- Participation in Knowledge Transfers.
About you
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
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- The ability to work within a team.
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- Numerate and methodical.
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- The ability to multitask and work under pressure.
About us
We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.
At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.
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At DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.
Agile Working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-Engagement Screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.
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Our hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as peers and close collaborators for the position. For some of our roles we may also use assessment tools, practical exercises, and panel presentations. Your Recruitment Business Partner will inform you of the recruitment process at the start of any recruitment process, but please let us know if you have any questions prior to making an application.
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