HR and Operations Advisor

MRM; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an HR and Operations Advisor in London to facilitate freelancer bookings and support various operational tasks. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently. This role includes responsibilities like managing interviews, maintaining databases, and assisting with new starters’ induction processes.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage meeting room bookings and preparation.
• Support onboarding process for new starters.
• Provide PA support to the CEO.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Collaboration

IT proficiency

Tools

Workday

Worksome

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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• Keep “blackbook” up to date with freelancers’ availability
• Book freelancers in Worksome, draft Scopes of Services, and manage contracts
• Utilise Avature (our internal ATS) for both permanent and freelance roles
• Schedule interviews with Hiring Managers
• Manage Predictive Index assessments and maintain the candidate database

General Operations & Office Support

• First point of contact for clients, visitors and employees — delivering a warm and professional welcome.
• Manage meeting room booking and preparation, including catering if required.
• Book team travel and hotel accommodations, securing cost-effective options.
• Responsible for new starters’ induction process, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience.
• Take an active role in our Social Committee to help foster a strong workplace culture.
• provide PA support to the CEO, including calendar and expense management.
• Support our Operations Director by managing the freelancer booking process.

What we’re looking for in the HR and Operations Advisor:

Must have:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) — ability to foster strong relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work independently with discretion and a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while retaining strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with a helpful, enthusiastic and solution-oriented approach.
• Strong organisational and time management skills for this busy role requiring careful follow-through.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a changing workplace.
• Proficiency in IT (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and related business software).
• A professional, trustworthy, calm, and dependable character — able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Nice to have:

• Experience with Workday (HCM) for maintaining employee data and generating reports, is a strong advantage
• Previous experience with Worksome or other freelance administration platforms would be helpful

McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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