Dan Harris Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

City Of London, England, United Kingdom

Established and led the Responsible Business team for an international law firm. Member of the HR Senior Leadership team, with close connections to communications and workplace services. The programme consisted of four interconnected areas: Community, Environment, Inclusion and Clients. Developed the ESG and Inclusion strategy and governance structure for the firm. Demonstrated ESG as a driver of growth, winning over senior stakeholders using data, impact reporting and identifying client collaboration opportunities. Set out the firm's inclusion priorities: Gender Plan, Race and Ethnicity strategy, Social mobility outreach, LGBTQI+ network and mental health awareness. Achieved Mansfield Rule UK certification, Stonewall WEI Top 100, Social Mobility Foundation Top 75 and signatories of the Mindful Business Charter.Took on additional responsibility for Environmental Sustainability, determined baseline carbon emissions and set strategy to reach Net Zero, becoming Carbon Neutral in its operations by 2023. Handled SECR Reporting, ISO14001 and 50001 and responded to client pitch queries. Introduced climate awareness training, sustainable travel policy to reduce impact of business travel. Explored options including SBTI to continue journey to net zero. Established strategic community partnerships that generate tangible social value for the firm’s communities, with opportunities for employees and clients to make a difference through volunteering, fundrasising and training.Being a responsible business is now integral to Taylor Wessing’s values. By acting responsibly and sustainably, together the firm is a more inclusive and progressive workplace, connected to its local communities and taking steps to reduce its environmental impact. Learn more about the programme and its impact at www.taylorwessing.com/responsiblebusiness

London

A new title reflecting the integrated programme and strategy. The Responsible Business team and strategy launched in 2019. Established an enduring strategic community partnership with The Roundhouse Trust which supports young creatives and encapsulates the firm's creative culture, commitment to inclusion with meaningful community engagement opportunities for employees and clients.

London, United Kingdom

A newly created role which brought together previously isolated inclusion and corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities to improve engagement. Initially a stand-alone role with limited budget, developed strong relationships with stakeholders (community partners, diversity working groups and clients) to deliver the programme. Developed the business case for inclusion and a being a socially responsible firm to unlock additional resource .

London, United Kingdom

Enabling the firm to deliver its people agenda in the areas of talent development, engagement and retention of lawyers. A Business Partner for two of the firm's three UK business groups: Real Estate/Finance practice and the IP/Disputes groups. Also responsible for leading the firm's Diversity and Inclusion strategy, which at the time focused on improving gender diversity in leadership, social mobility and creating a more open workplace that supports LGBT+ people.

London

HR Manager for the London office Practice Groups. Responsible for developing strategy, guiding and supporting partners in the people management of the lawyers and support staff based in the practice groups.Key areas of responsibility included:Recruitment of lawyers, talent management, performance management, reward, employee relations and engagement. Also lead on the HRIS solution for the UK and relevant management information.

London, United Kingdom

Part of an award-winning team of HR Advisors and Managers, responsible for a multi-site client group of lawyers in a top 20 UK law firm, plus all London-based Trainee Solicitors. In 2011, the firm had around 1,200 people with offices in Leeds, London and Manchester.Role involved the full range of generalist HR activities, initially for the London office, then for the Contentious and Commercial division across Leeds, London and Manchester offices.

A national role, supporting various business units across the UK in all aspects of HR from resouring through employee relations, organistional design and people development. Involved HR policy formulation and implimentation.

London, United Kingdom

Recruited as a Personnel Assistant and promoted to Personnel Officer. Provided generalist HR advice and administration for UK recruitment consultants and managers. Production of offer letters, contracts, etc. together with inputting, benefits and payroll matters.

Keighley

Worked with clients and candidates to source, interview and place temporary and permanent staff for a high street recruitment agency. Reviewed business processes and the company strategy, including developing new marketing approach, website and an enhanced database.

Leeds, United Kingdom

A comprehensive HR administrative role for a UK commercial law firm. Initially a full time HR placement for the Business Studies Degree (2000-2001), then on a part time basis during final year of study (2001-2002).

Master’S Degree, Human Resource Management (Leading To Cipd Membership)

Bachelor’S Degree, Business Studies, 2:1