HR Generalist

Meraki Talent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Professional Services firm in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced HR Generalist to enhance the employee experience and support line managers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience with a background in professional services. Key responsibilities include managing employee relations issues, driving employee engagement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. This opportunity promises significant impact within a collaborative organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a broad HR generalist role.
• Experience in professional services such as accountancy or legal.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to employees.
• Manage employee relations issues from start to finish.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes.

Skills

Employee relations

HR policy development

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Overview

Meraki Talent is partnering with a leading Professional Services firm to appoint an experienced HR Generalist. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative organisation where you will play a key role in shaping the employee experience, acting as a trusted partner to line managers and the wider business. You will be the first point of contact for all HR related matters and will have the opportunity to make a real impact across the full HR spectrum.

HR Responsibilities

• First point of contact for employees, provide timely, professional advice and guidance to employees and managers on a wide range of HR queries, including policy interpretation, workplace concerns, and general support to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Take ownership of employee relations issues such as grievances, disciplinaries, and absence management, managing cases from start to finish while ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.
• Act as a champion of HR policies, ensuring they are consistently applied across the business. Support the development and implementation of initiatives that promote best practice and compliance with employment law.
• Oversee onboarding processes to ensure new hires have a smooth and positive start, and manage offboarding activities including exit interviews, using feedback to inform continuous improvement in hiring and retention.
• Compile accurate HR metrics and reports on key areas such as attrition, absence, and engagement. Present insights to the Senior Leadership Team, helping to inform strategic decision-making.
• Play a proactive role in developing initiatives to strengthen employee engagement and retention, working closely with leadership to implement strategies that foster a positive workplace culture.
• Collaborate with the Recruitment team to attract high-calibre candidates, ensuring the recruitment process reflects company values and contributes to building a strong talent pipeline.

Personal Specification

• Professional Services background – Previous experience in accountancy, legal, or a similar professional services environment is essential, giving you a strong understanding of sector-specific challenges and expectations.
• CIPD qualification – Minimum of Level 3 CIPD qualified, with a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Proven HR experience – At least five years’ experience in a broad HR generalist role, covering the full employee lifecycle.
• Detail-oriented – Strong organisational skills and a meticulous approach to casework, reporting, and documentation.
• Strong communicator – Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.