HR Assistant

Crone Corkill; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial institution is looking for an organised HR Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract with a view to becoming permanent. This role involves supporting HR operations across the UK and Europe with responsibilities in payroll, onboarding, and general HR tasks. The position offers hybrid working in central London, making it ideal for someone looking to develop a long-term career in HR.

Benefits

Central London location

Hybrid working model

Exposure to international HR operations

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience, HR experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Discreet, accurate, and able to multitask under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day HR administration and employee lifecycle support.
• End-to-end payroll coordination including pensions and benefits.
• Preparing contracts, onboarding documentation, and HR records.
• Assisting with training, performance management, and recruitment.
• Maintaining HR systems and compliance trackers.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Job description

Overview

HR Assistant (12-Month FTC – View to go Permanent) £40,000 + Benefits | City of London | Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Financial Services | Full-Time | Monday–Friday 9am–5pm

A leading international financial institution is seeking an organised and proactive HR Assistant to join its busy and collaborative HR team. This role is offering excellent exposure across all areas of HR — ideal for someone looking to develop a long-term career in the field.

You’ll support HR operations across the UK and Europe, covering administration, payroll, onboarding, and generalist HR tasks. The environment is fast-paced and professional, so strong attention to detail and a hands-on attitude are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day HR administration and employee lifecycle support
• End-to-end payroll coordination (including pensions and benefits)
• Preparing contracts, onboarding documentation, and HR records
• Assisting with training, performance management, and recruitment
• Maintaining HR systems and compliance trackers

About You

• Strong administrative experience (HR experience preferred, but not essential)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Discreet, accurate, and able to multitask under pressure

Why Apply

• 12-month FTC with view to permanent
• Exposure to international HR operations
• Central London location with hybrid working

📩 Apply now for consideration!