Fidarsi is partnering with a leading investment management firm to appoint an experienced HR Operations Lead. This is a broad and varied role, combining HR Operations, HR Business Partnering and Employee Relations responsibilities within a highly regulated financial services environment.
This opportunity would suit an HR professional who enjoys being both strategic and hands‑on, partnering with leaders across the business whilst ensuring operational excellence, strong governance and an exceptional employee experience.
The Role
As a key member of the HR team, you will take ownership of the full employee lifecycle, provide HRBP support to business leaders, manage complex employee relations matters and drive continuous improvement across HR processes, policies and systems.
You will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation through growth, change and ongoing regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations
- Oversee the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through to offboarding.
- Maintain and enhance HR processes, systems and documentation.
- Ensure employee data is accurate, compliant and audit‑ready.
- Support payroll, benefits administration and HR reporting.
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience.
HR Business Partnering
- Partner with managers and leaders across the business on people‑related matters.
- Provide pragmatic advice on organisational design, workforce planning and talent management.
- Support managers with performance management, development and succession planning.
- Act as a trusted advisor, helping leaders navigate people challenges and change initiatives.
Employee Relations
- Lead and manage a range of ER matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence management and flexible working cases.
- Support managers through investigations, hearings and complex employee issues.
- Ensure a fair, consistent and legally compliant approach to employee relations.
- Contribute to organisational change programmes, restructures and consultations where required.
Policy & Governance
- Review, develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal governance standards.
- Support regulatory requirements within a regulated financial services environment, including SMCR and conduct‑related processes.
- Monitor legislative changes and recommend updates to policies and practices.
About You
- Proven experience in a broad HR role covering Operations, HRBP and Employee Relations.
- Strong understanding of the full employee lifecycle.
- Previous experience creating and implementing HR policies and procedures.
- Background within a regulated environment such as investment management, wealth management, banking, fintech or wider financial services.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands‑on capacities.
- CIPD qualified or equivalent experience.
