Job Description

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Plan and deliver company events and social activities
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programmes
• Manage event logistics, budgets, and supplier relationships

• Act as Health & Safety lead for the office
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and internal standards
• Coordinate risk assessments, inspections, and training

• 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

• 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