HR and Operations Associate – Private Equity

HR and Operations Associate – Private Equity

My client is a London‑based private equity firm investing across emerging markets in businesses driven by demographic growth, innovation, and digital transformation. The firm has a strong commitment to impact and ESG, engaging actively with global responsible‑investment initiatives.

The Role

A broad HR and Operations position supporting a wide range of people, administrative, compliance, and investor‑related activities within a fast‑paced investment environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations, HR administration, onboarding, performance processes, and internship/mentoring programmes.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, recruitment, training, development, and immigration requirements.
• Support compensation cycles, maintain HR systems, and provide data for due diligence.
• Handle compliance checks, KYC, data protection, and onboarding requirements.
• Support deal process administration, fund operations, and documentation management.
• Assist with insurance renewals, investor communications, and website enquiry management.
• Maintain policies, procedures, supplier records, and general operational frameworks.

The Candidate

• At least 3 years of experience in an HR and Operations role.
• Background from a buy‑side private‑equity, private credit, venture capital, investment management or asset management firm; other backgrounds are not considered.
• Strong communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and HR systems.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Human Resources
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

Location

• London, England, United Kingdom
• Wheathampstead, England, United Kingdom