HR Business Partner (mat cover)

HR Business Partner (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location: London | Department: Human Resources | Region: EMEA

A global, evolving financial services business based in Central London is seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Business Partner to join their HR team on a 6 to 9 month maternity cover.

The HR department is dedicated to delivering impactful, high-touch HR solutions across all disciplines, driving organisational performance and fostering a culture that attracts, engages, and retains top talent. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment. The successful candidate will report to the Head of HR Business Partners and work alongside 2 other HRBPs in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a business function with tailored people strategies, performance management, and employee development
• Oversee key HR processes such as performance reviews, compensation discussions, and performance exits
• Lead complex employee relations cases
• Assist with compensation processes including system support and business moderation
• Collaborate with the EMEA Employee Engagement & Experience lead to identify and implement learning needs for the business
• Analyse engagement survey data to identify trends and action points, supporting continuous improvement
• Partner with the local Talent Acquisition and Campus Recruiting teams to drive recruitment strategies
• Work closely with the Global Mobility team and immigration lawyers to manage relocations, secondments, and transfers
• Respond to general HR queries from employees and managers
• Support HR operations for non-London offices, including benefits and other processes
• Handle ad hoc requests and projects within the team's broad remit

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in an HR Business Partner role within financial services
• Extensive knowledge of HR processes, procedures, and best practices
• Strong understanding of employment law and its impact on HR matters
• Proven ability to balance strategic and tactical responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Solutions-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels
• High level of accountability and ownership over tasks and responsibilities

Details:

• 6-9 month maternity cover
• 4 days per week in Central London
• Fixed term but potential for day rate

Please apply and contact bethhicks@oakleafpartnership.com for more information