Head of HR - Private Family Office

Oakleaf Partnership; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking a Head of HR to oversee HR operations domestically and internationally. The role requires experience in family-owned businesses and strong interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include managing policies, payroll processes, and recruitment strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Human Resources and a CIPD qualification. The position is primarily on-site, ideally requiring 5 days in the office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a family or independently owned business.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations in the UK and overseas.
• Proven experience managing a diverse workforce across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR policies and procedures ensuring compliance.
• Manage payroll processes and employee benefits programs.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement safety measures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

CIPD qualification

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

*Please note that this role is ideally 5 days in the office*

A new, unique Head of HR role is now available. This position is within a complex business which is family owned and also has Financial Services business as well. Additionally this is both UK and overseas with differing company entities.

The Head of HR will be responsible for overseeing all HR operations both domestic and internationally for both the family office and Financial Services entity. It will not be building a function as such as there is already HR infrastructure in place but the role will certainly welcome someone who will want to improve processes, ways of working and overall level-up the HR offering. It will also be overseeing a HR Manager.

The role will suit candidates who have previous experience of working in a family or independently owned business. Ideally this will be from small and complex Financial Services companies however other industries will be considered providing the candidate has private family experience. You will be partnering high level stakeholders and it is important that the incoming individual have gravitas, be diplomatic, robust and be able to work with a broad range of individuals. It is also essential that this person bis happy being hands on, in the weeds as well.

Overall a great Head of HR role offering a broad range of HR responsibilities.

Responsibilities (brief list):

• Ensure all HR policies and procedures are up-to-date and comply with relevant laws and regulations in each jurisdiction.
• Oversee visa and work permit applications for staff working in different countries.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Identify training needs and coordinate professional development opportunities
• Implement training programs to enhance skills and performance.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives.
• Develop and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Provide coaching and support to managers to achieve performance goals.
• Address performance issues and implement improvement plans as needed.
• Oversee payroll processes to ensure accurate and timely payment.
• Manage employee benefits programs and recommend enhancements
• Conduct salary reviews and benchmark against industry standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee queries and concerns.
• Foster a positive working environment through effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and feedback sessions
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process
• Work with recruitment partners for time critical roles.
• Ensure all staff adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and implement necessary safety measures.
• Coordinate health and wellness programs for staff.
• Manage travel arrangements and schedules for staff traveling between locations.
• Ensure smooth transitions for staff relocating to different regions.

Requirements:

• Candidates will have a small firm Financial Services background
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Proven experience in managing a diverse workforce across multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations in the UK and overseas.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel frequently and adapt to different cultural environments.
• Gravitas
• Cultural awareness
• Pragmatic and an excellent problem solver

*Please note that this role is ideally 5 days in the office*