HR Advisor – 12 month FTC – City of London – Hybrid - £60,000
We are looking for a proactive and organised HR professional (HR Advisor or HR Generalist) to join a well established financial services company, providing administrative and operational support to the HR function and wider business. While the role is primarily UK-focused, you will also support the EMEA offices, offering great exposure to an international environment.
This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing HR administration with employee relations and project work.
Please note – this is a 12 month fixed term contract offering hybrid working; 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. Candidates will need to be available to start immediately or within 2 weeks.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Team Support
- Act as the first point of contact for general HR enquiries, escalating more complex issues as needed
- Manage and monitor the HR inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses
- Communicate HR policies and procedures clearly to employees
Employee Relations
- Advise managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
- Manage employee relations cases end-to-end, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance matters
- Escalate higher-risk or complex cases to People Business Partners when required
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Support recruitment processes, including scheduling interviews and coordinating feedback
- Assist with onboarding and induction activities
HR Administration & Compliance
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
- Prepare contracts, letters, and other HR documentation
- Support global mobility cases in collaboration with third-party providers
- Assist with HR reporting and data management
Performance & Development
- Support performance review cycles and goal-setting processes
- Assist with learning and development initiatives and training administration
Payroll & Benefits
- Support annual salary and benefits review processes
Policy & Projects
- Assist with reviewing and updating HR policies in line with legislation
- Support HR projects such as engagement surveys and wellbeing initiatives
- Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes
General
- Provide ad-hoc HR and administrative support as required
About You
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven experience supporting an HR function
- Experience in recruitment administration and employee lifecycle processes
- Strong understanding of HR practices and employment legislation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- High level of discretion and confidentiality
- Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving approach
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Desirable
- CIPD qualification (or working towards)
- Experience with HR Information Systems
The salary on offer for this 12 month FTC role is £55-60,000 depending on experience.