Eversheds to outsource support roles

Eversheds is set to outsource legal support staff roles, including HR, administration and finance jobs, after signing a seven year agreement with Accenture. Around 100 jobs are at risk of redundancy as a result of the agreement, with work being sent to Bangalore in India. Managing partner Lee Ranson said: “We’ve worked over the last eight months to look at how best to deliver some of our HR and finance functions. This proposal would enable us to put in place a cost efficient, innovative and robust solution, which safeguards quality and enhances client service. “It’s always regrettable when potential redundancies are a part of such a process and we will of course be consulting with all those members of staff who may be affected by this announcement. The proposals are to retain impacted staff for a minimum of six months to assist with the transition. Those affected will be offered enhanced redundancy terms and comprehensive outplacement support.”

Eversheds to outsource support roles thelawyer.com Fri, Aug 13, 2010