Position: HR Analyst (UK)
Location: London
Industry: Financial Services
Experience Level: Early-career HR professional

Our client, a leading global financial services firm, is seeking a motivated HR Analyst to join their London office. As part of the HR team, you will contribute to shaping a dynamic and innovative culture that prioritises collaboration, adaptive performance, and a focus on people. This role is ideal for someone with HR operations experience who is looking to grow their career in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the Investment Services recruitment process, including job advertising, CV review, and arranging interviews.
• Manage the onboarding process for new hires and internal transfers, including requesting employment contracts, conducting HR inductions, administering benefits, processing visa applications, and handling payroll enrolment.
• Handle employee terminations, including preparing separation letters, managing benefits, and processing visa terminations.
• Provide support for both internal and external HR matters as needed.
• Maintain and update internal HR systems, and assist in implementing new company policies.
• Liaise with HR vendors on payroll, visa applications, and relocation processes.
• Collaborate with the HR team to support daily HR operations and build trusted relationships with internal clients.
• Partner closely with broader HR functions such as Payroll, Compensation, Benefits, and Legal teams across global offices.
• Work with other departments like Technology, Facilities, and Compliance to resolve HR-related matters.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and requests to support the HR team's broader strategy.

Person Specification:

• Some relevant experience in HR operations is preferred, particularly within the financial services sector.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
• A proactive team player with high attention to detail.
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
• No CIPD qualification required.

Salary and Benefits:

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Generous parental and family leave policies.
• Volunteer opportunities and support for employee-led affinity groups.
• Mental and physical wellness programs.
• Tuition assistance and a non-contributory pension scheme.

About the Company:

Our client is a global asset management firm with decades of investing experience, dedicated to delivering superior risk-adjusted returns and adhering to the highest ethical standards. They are committed to fostering talent and using data-driven insights to shape the future of finance.

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