HR Generalist (Italian Speaking) in London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Italian-speaking HR professional to join a growing global business on a 12-month maternity cover contract. Based in London, you will play a key role in supporting HR operations across Europe, delivering expert payroll, recruitment, compliance, and employee support in a dynamic and people-focused environment.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global business with a strong international presence and a reputation for innovation and growth. Operating across multiple regions, they offer employees the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment where autonomy and collaboration are highly valued.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance for employees across Italy and assigned regions.
• Provide end-to-end HR operational support throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Support recruitment activities in partnership with local stakeholders and Talent Acquisition teams.
• Coordinate onboarding and employee administration processes for new hires.
• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing practical advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Manage day-to-day low-level ER cases, escalating complex cases where appropriate.
• Support compliance with local employment legislation, company policies, and HR best practices.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Partner with regional managers to deliver effective HR solutions and support business objectives.
• Assist with labour relations, absence management, and other HR operational activities.
• Identify and resolve HR process gaps, driving continuous improvement across the function.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple countries within a matrix organisation.

Profile

The Successful Applicant Will:

• Be fluent in both Italian and English (essential), with the confidence to support employees and stakeholders across Italy and the wider business.
• Have previous experience in an HR Coordinator or HR Generalist role with exposure to payroll and HR operations.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR administration.
• Be comfortable managing payroll processes and ensuring a high level of accuracy and compliance.
• Have experience working within a fast-paced, multi-site, or international environment.
• Be able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of their workload.
• Possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and support stakeholders at all levels.
• Be proactive, solutions-focused, and confident in handling day-to-day HR queries and challenges.
• Have strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Be comfortable learning new systems quickly and adapting to changing business needs.
• Previous experience in a regulated environment would be advantageous.

Job Offer

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000, depending on experience.
• 12-month fixed-term contract with a well-established international organisation operating across 45+ countries.
• A varied and hands-on HR role covering payroll, employee relations, recruitment, compliance, and HR operations.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment with the autonomy to manage your own workload.
• Hybrid working arrangement, with 3 days per week in the London office and 2 days working from home.
• The chance to develop broad HR generalist experience within a fast-paced and dynamic business.
• Full training provided on the company's internal HR systems and processes.
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a role where you will be a trusted HR partner to managers and employees across the region.