HR Generalist

Quartzenterprises; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Quartzenterprises is seeking an HR Generalist to support end-to-end HR functions across recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and performance management.

You will partner with the HR Manager to deliver programs that foster a compliant, productive workplace. The role includes a hybrid in-office pattern (3 days) near Euston and requires conflict resolution and data accuracy across the employee lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Progressive HR experience, including time in assistant/coordinator roles.
• Working knowledge of UK employment law."
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (Workday, BambooHR, ADP) and MS Office/Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment: postings, screening, interview coordination, offer prep.
• Lead onboarding processes including induction, paperwork and system setup.
• Serve as first contact for employee relations; escalate to HR Manager as needed.
• Administer benefits programs, enrolments and vendor management.
• Maintain HRIS records and ensure data accuracy across lifecycle events.
• Support performance management processes and OKR settings.
• Ensure compliance with UK Employment Law and internal policies.
• Draft and update HR policies and employee handbook content.
• Coordinate training programs and track completion.
• Prepare HR metrics and turnover, headcount, time-to-fill reports.
• Assist with compensation administration and audits.
• Support investigations and conflict resolution with HR leadership.
• Assist HR Manager with audits and recognition initiatives.
• Provide cover in the office for the Office Manager during leave.
• Support hybrid work model and commuting requirements to Euston offices.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Data accuracy

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration

Tools

Workday

BambooHR

ADP

MS Office / Google Workspace

Job description

The HR Generalist supports the full range of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, HR compliance, and performance management. This role acts as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies and processes, and works closely with the HR Manager to implement programs that support a positive, compliant, and productive workplace.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle recruitment: job postings, screening, interview coordination, and offer preparation
• Lead new-hire onboarding, including induction, paperwork, and various system setup.
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee relations issues; escalate to HR Manager and document if needed
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrolment, changes, and vendor management
• Maintain HRIS records and ensure data accuracy across employee lifecycle events
• Support performance management processes, including review cycles and OKR Settings
• Ensure compliance with UK Employment Law and internal policies
• Draft and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content
• Coordinate training and development programs and track completion
• Prepare HR metrics and reports (turnover, headcount, time-to-fill, etc.)
• Assist with compensation administration (Audits) and salary benchmarking as needed
• Support investigations and conflict resolution in partnership with HR leadership
• Provide assistance on all HR projects and initiatives. (I.e. ERA)
• Assist the HR Manager with annual Audits
• Support with the Recognition Initiatives
• Should be flexible and turn their hand to provide cover in the office for the Office Manager during annual leave/emergencies.
• Candidate should be comfortable with Hybrid working (3 days) in the office and in commutable distance to our offices in Euston.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Progressive HR experience, ideally including time in an HR Assistant/Coordinator role
• Working knowledge of UK employment law
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, BambooHR, ADP) and MS Office/Google Workspace

Core Competencies

• Discretion and sound judgment with confidential information
• Organization and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to build trust with employees at all levels

The above list of duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake tasks that are reasonably expected within the scope and grading of the post.