HR Generalist – Onboarding Process Owner & HRBP Support

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. (BBVA); London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an HR Generalist to take charge of the onboarding process and support HR Business Partners. This role is crucial in ensuring a seamless onboarding experience, from managing visa applications to coordinating with various departments. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience with HR systems, particularly Workday. Join a collaborative team where you can grow your career while making a significant impact on employee engagement and HR processes.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative HR team

Process improvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven HR administration experience, especially onboarding and HR process management.
• Experience with HR systems (Workday preferred) and HR data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding, managing all requirements before Day 1.
• Manage updates in Workday for existing employees.

Skills

HR administration

onboarding management

project management

HR systems (Workday)

UK employment law

Microsoft Office proficiency

stakeholder management

Tools

Workday

Job description

HR Generalist – Onboarding Process Owner & HRBP Support

Apply locations: LONDON | Employment type: Full time | Posted on: Today | Application deadline: June 8, 2025 | Requisition ID: JR00068876

Excited to grow your career?

BBVA is a global company with over 160 years of history, operating in more than 25 countries, serving over 80 million customers. Our team comprises more than 121,000 professionals with diverse profiles including finance, legal, data science, development, engineering, and design.

Location: Talent & Culture CIB London

About the job:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized HR Generalist to oversee the onboarding process and support Senior HR Business Partners with HRIS updates, offboarding, and employee lifecycle management. The role ensures a seamless onboarding experience from offer signing to Day 1, managing Workday updates, visa processing, HR documentation, and general HR tasks.

The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, experience with HR systems (preferably Workday), and the ability to handle multiple HR processes efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Primary Focus: Onboarding Process Ownership

• Coordinate end-to-end onboarding, managing all requirements before Day 1.
• Manage background checks, visa applications, and compliance documentation.
• Create and maintain accurate new hire profiles in Workday.
• Coordinate with IT, facilities, payroll, and business units to prepare for new hires’ first day.

Day 1 Experience & New Hire Support

• Welcome new employees and ensure smooth onboarding on their first day.
• Assist with HR induction sessions and verify system access and equipment readiness.

Secondary Focus:

HRIS & Employee Lifecycle Management

• Manage updates in Workday for existing employees.
• Oversee offboarding processes and conduct HR data audits.

Visa & Compliance Management

• Handle visa applications, renewals, and right-to-work verifications.

Coordination & Support

• Collaborate with HR disciplines like Communication, Marketing, and Learning & Culture.
• Support interns and temporary staff with HR queries and documentation.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage HR documentation, policies, and GDPR compliance.
• Support HR projects, employee engagement, and process improvements.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven HR administration experience, especially onboarding and HR process management.
• Experience with HR systems (Workday preferred) and HR data integrity.
• Knowledge of UK employment law, visa, and right-to-work procedures.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Discretion in handling sensitive employee data.

What We Offer:

• A key role in shaping onboarding at BBVA London.
• Opportunities for career growth within HR and HRIS management.
• A collaborative HR team with process improvement opportunities.