HR Business Partner (mat cover)

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services business in Central London is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for a 9-month maternity cover. The role involves supporting tailored people strategies, overseeing HR processes, and leading employee relations. Ideal candidates will have a strong HR background and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner role within financial services.
• Extensive knowledge of HR processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Strong understanding of employment law and its impact on HR matters.

Responsibilities

• Support a business function with tailored people strategies and performance management.
• Oversee key HR processes such as performance reviews and compensation discussions.
• Lead complex employee relations cases.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Relationship Building

Strategic Thinking

Organizational Skills

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

HR Business Partner (mat cover), england

col-narrow-left

Client:

Oakleaf

Location:

england, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

cf8cd66cf62a

Job Views:

3

Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

HR Business Partner (9-Month Maternity Cover)
Location: London | Department: Human Resources | Region: EMEA

A global, evolving financial services business based in Central London is seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Business Partner to join their HR team on a 6 to 9 month maternity cover.

The HR department is dedicated to delivering impactful, high-touch HR solutions across all disciplines, driving organisational performance and fostering a culture that attracts, engages, and retains top talent. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment. The successful candidate will report to the Head of HR Business Partners and work alongside 2 other HRBPs in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support a business function with tailored people strategies, performance management, and employee development
• Oversee key HR processes such as performance reviews, compensation discussions, and performance exits
• Lead complex employee relations cases
• Assist with compensation processes including system support and business moderation
• Collaborate with the EMEA Employee Engagement & Experience lead to identify and implement learning needs for the business
• Analyse engagement survey data to identify trends and action points, supporting continuous improvement
• Partner with the local Talent Acquisition and Campus Recruiting teams to drive recruitment strategies
• Work closely with the Global Mobility team and immigration lawyers to manage relocations, secondments, and transfers
• Respond to general HR queries from employees and managers
• Support HR operations for non-London offices, including benefits and other processes
• Handle ad hoc requests and projects within the team’s broad remit

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner role within financial services
• Extensive knowledge of HR processes, procedures, and best practices
• Strong understanding of employment law and its impact on HR matters
• Proven ability to balance strategic and tactical responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Solutions-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills at all levels
• High level of accountability and ownership over tasks and responsibilities