HR Operations

Your new company A specialist insurance organisation is seeking an HR Operations Assistant to join its People team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and fast-paced environment where HR plays a key role in supporting business growth, operational excellence and employee experience. Your new role Reporting into the HR leadership team, you'll support the delivery of a high-quality HR service across the employee lifecycle, with responsibilities including:

Maintaining and updating employee records within the HR system

Supporting monthly payroll processes and liaising with external providers

Producing regular HR reports, MI and workforce analytics

Assisting with onboarding, employee changes and leaver processes

Supporting compensation, benefits and annual salary review activity

Responding to employee and manager HR queries

Assisting with HR projects, system enhancements and process improvements

Supporting policy reviews and ensuring compliance with employment legislation

Contributing to audit activities and maintaining HR documentation

Working closely with stakeholders to drive efficiency and continuous improvement across HR operations

What you'll need to succeed

Previous HR Operations or HR Administration experience

Experience working within financial services, insurance, regulated or professional services environments

Strong HR systems experience, ideally including HiBob or a similar HRIS

Exposure to payroll administration and employee data management

Advanced Excel and reporting skills

Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR compliance

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities

Experience identifying and implementing process improvements

What you'll get in return Up to 60kHybrid: 2 days office / 3 days home Professional development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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