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18 March 2022
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Foot Anstey—Felix Hebblethwaite

Group HR Director joins law firm

Foot Anstey has recently appointed Felix Hebblethwaite as its new Group HR Director. Felix will join the firm in April after 18 years with Linklaters and will be based from Foot Anstey's Bristol office (pictured).

Felix will take leadership of the HR function which is responsible for helping to achieve the firm’s vision and strategy and growing a culture to help talented people succeed and achieve their potential. 

Felix has worked across a broad range of senior HR roles at Linklaters and he has a particular focus on recruiting diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace. During his time at the firm, Felix has led on the introduction of the Linklaters Women’s Leadership Programme, developed a strong focus on social mobility and successfully achieved ethnicity recruitment targets.

Commenting on his recent move, Felix said: 'People are the driving force behind a successful business and I am looking forward to contributing to Foot Anstey’s ambitious plans for future growth. A priority for me will be to continue to build a high-performing culture where talented individuals can fulfil their potential. I am really excited about joining the firm.' 

Foot Anstey's Martin Hirst, who will become the firm's Managing Partner on 1 May 2022, added: 'This is an exciting and important hire for Foot Anstey. Felix is a strategic thinker with a track record for delivering positive change. He will bring invaluable experience as we pursue our growth ambitions and navigate what continues to be a fiercely competitive market for talent. We're looking forward to welcoming Felix to the firm and working together to support our continued growth.'

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