HR Generalist

The HR Generalist supports the full range of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, HR compliance, and performance management. This role acts as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies and processes, and works closely with the HR Manager to implement programs that support a positive, compliant, and productive workplace.

Job requirements

• Manage full-cycle recruitment: job postings, screening, interview coordination, and offer preparation
• Lead new-hire onboarding, including induction, paperwork, and various system setup.
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee relations issues; escalates to HR Manager and document if needed
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrolment, changes, and vendor management
• Maintain HRIS records and ensure data accuracy across employee lifecycle events
• Support performance management processes, including review cycles and OKR Settings
• Ensure compliance with UK Employment Law and internal policies
• Draft and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content
• Coordinate training and development programs and track completion
• Prepare HR metrics and reports (turnover, headcount, time-to-fill, etc.)
• Assist with compensation administration (Audits) and salary benchmarking as needed
• Support investigations and conflict resolution in partnership with HR leadership
• Provide assistance on all HR projects and initiatives. (I.e. ERA
• Assist the HR Manager with annual Audits
• Support with the Recognition Initiatives
• Should be flexible and turn their hand to provide cover in the office for the Office Manager during annual leave/emergencies.
• Candidate should be comfortable with Hybrid working (3 days) in the office and in commutable distance to our offices in Euston.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Progressive HR experience, ideally including time in an HR Assistant/Coordinator role
• Working knowledge of UK employment law
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, BambooHR, ADP) and MS Office/Google Workspace

Core Competencies

• Discretion and sound judgment with confidential information
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Organization and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to build trust with employees at all levels