We are partnering with a growing, professional organisation seeking an experienced HR Manager on a temp basis 4 -5 months, to play a pivotal role in supporting its London office. This is a broad, hands on position combining HR operations, payroll coordination, and employee engagement.
London - hybrid - 2 days in the office
£300 - £350 per day
OPEN TO BOTH PART TIME AND FULL TIME
You will act as a trusted advisor to employees and managers, ensuring smooth day-to-day people operations while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources- Manage the HR system, ensuring accurate and compliant employee records
- Act as the first point of contact for HR queries across the business
- Support the full employee lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, probation, etc.)
- Assist with HR policies, procedures, and employee relations matters
- Provide guidance to managers on people-related issues
- Coordinate training and development initiatives
Payroll & Budget- Coordinate monthly payroll and liaise with external providers
- Maintain payroll data and ensure timely and accurate submissions
- Manage office and payroll budgets, tracking and reporting spend
- Support financial planning through cost monitoring and variance analysis
Office Management- Oversee the day-to-day running of the London office
- Manage facilities, suppliers, and workplace resources
- Ensure a safe, professional, and welcoming office environment
- Support business continuity and operational effectiveness
Employee Engagement & Events- Plan and deliver company events and social activities
- Lead employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programmes
- Manage event logistics, budgets, and supplier relationships
Health & Safety- Act as Health & Safety lead for the office
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and internal standards
- Coordinate risk assessments, inspections, and training
About You- Proven experience in an HR Manager, or similar role
- Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Experience managing payroll processes and external providers
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Confident managing budgets and reporting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Able to work autonomously in a standalone role
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Desirable:
- CIPD (or working towards)
- Health & Safety certification (e.g. IOSH)
- Experience in multi-site or international environments
What You'll Bring- A proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership
- Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential matters
- A collaborative mindset and positive attitude
- The ability to balance operational demands in a fast-paced environment
- A passion for creating a strong employee experience and workplace culture
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
