HR Assistant - Maternity Cover (5 Months)

Infosys Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global management consulting firm seeks an organised HR Assistant for a 5-month maternity cover contract. In this role, you will support the full employee lifecycle and ensure the smooth execution of HR processes across the UK and Europe. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills, previous HR experience, and will thrive in a dynamic environment. This position offers competitive compensation and a hybrid working model, where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Hybrid working model

Pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR administration or HR services.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Hands-on approach to HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently handle daily administration and routine HR processes.
• Support employees with HR-related queries.
• Manage employee data accuracy and payroll inputs.
• Participate in HR initiatives and European HR projects.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication

Conflict-resolution abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Proactive, service-oriented mindset

Education

Entry-level HR certification (academic/vocational)

Job description

We are Infosys Consulting — the management consulting arm of Infosys, a global leader in technology and digital transformation. Our team partner with senior leaders to drive strategic and operational change, supported by Infosys’ world‑class technical expertise. We deliver impactful solutions across industries through strong market relationships, deep consulting capability, and a collaborative, high‑performing culture.

The Role

We are seeking an organised and proactive HR Assistant to join our European HR team on a 5‑month maternity cover contract. In this role, you will be a first point of contact for employees, supporting the full employee lifecycle and ensuring smooth execution of HR operational processes across the UK and wider European region.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied HR support role and thrives in a dynamic, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Efficient and effective handling of daily administration and routine operational processes.
• Provision of support to employees and managers on HR-related queries, working closely with the HR Manager.
• Employee data and record management – ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all processing activities.
• Provision of accurate, complete and timely inputs into the monthly payroll cycle.
• Support for corporate HR initiatives, process optimisation, and proactive participation in European HR projects in collaboration with the wider HR team.
• Liaison with internal and external stakeholders.

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Previous experience in HR administration or HR services.

Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Strong communication and conflict‑resolution abilities.

A proactive, service‑oriented mindset and a hands‑on approach.

Preferred: Experience working in an international company, entry‑level HR certification (academic / vocational).

For talented individuals seeking a dynamic environment with a diverse and innovative team, we offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Hybrid working model (weekly in office presence required)
• Contributions towards pension and income‑protection schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A collaborative, high‑performance culture where your work has real impact

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you — apply today and join a team where your contributions truly matter!