Annual reflections and review process allows colleagues to have open conversations about career progression, and SMART personal goals. 

We don’t leave it 12 months between discussions. We believe in supporting ongoing growth through mid-year reviews and regular 1:1s.

Progression pathways are transparent. They are designed so everyone knows what they are working toward, and how to get there. 

Bite-sized training ensures continual development, means colleagues can step away from their desks to focus on self-improvement. ‘Power Hour’ sessions develop personal skills while ‘How to Wow’ focusses on personal development.

Mentoring scheme recognises the talent with in HM3, and taps into this. It gives colleagues the chance to share knowledge, support and learn from each other. Mentoring is open to 100% of employees, and provides a  the opportunity for collaboration between teams at all levels.

This scheme is about developing skills – legal or otherwise – as well as ‘soft’ skills, best practice, and sharing ideas. Mentors and mentees both find the partnerships are reciprocally beneficial.

We recognise we all have something to contribute, regardless of role or experience.

HM3 Legal’s preferences also reflect the critical importance of supporting local economic development, community prosperity, and cultural diversity.

As a result preference will be given to independent suppliers physically located within 50 miles of any of our locations (added benefits include reducing long-distance transport). To support inclusion, preference will be given to suppliers owned by women, or diverse groups which are underrepresented within the business community.

We are committed to sustainable growth which translates into minimising negative impact of operations, associations and environmentally-beneficial considerations when selecting suppliers. HM3 Legal supports suppliers that benefit the local economy. Consideration will be given to suppliers that meet robust third-party social and environmental certification which include, but are not limited to:

• Certified B Corp.
• Soil Association
• Organic.
• Fair Trade.
• ISO 14001.
• FSC.
• Green Small Business.
• Rainforest Alliance.
• Planet Mark.

Other rigorous and independent third-party certifications will be considered on an individual basis. The goal is for suppliers representing 80% of operational purchasing to be included within this policy.

Employers can learn more about calculating emissions using GHG here. Employees are encouraged to calculate their commuting and homeworking emissions using GHG here, find socially and environmentally responsible businesses in their area by searching (for example) B Corp here or Ethical Consumer here.

Also, employees can check out ‘WRAP’ here for resources about environmental responsibility. This site also has a searchable database of local recycling / e-waste / hazardous waste disposal sites near you, and recycle your electricals.

Have you ever wondered what activities generate the most carbon? This interactive, comprehensive and visual site will help you answer the question based on your own lifestyle at giki earth here.