HR Manager – 13 month FTC

Oakleaf Partnership; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in London seeks an experienced Interim HR Manager for a 13-month maternity cover. The role involves leading a small HR team, managing employee relations, and improving HR processes during a transformative period. Ideal candidates will be CIPD qualified, with strong people management skills and experience in regulated environments. This position offers autonomy and significant impact on the HR function.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated or professional environment.
• Confident in handling employee relations cases.
• Able to influence at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR team during a period of change.
• Oversee HR processes, documentation, and employee experience.
• Manage benefit administration and support audits and compliance.

Skills

People management

Team development

Employee relations

Data handling

Relationship building

Communication

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Education

CIPD qualified or equivalent

Job description

Interim HR Manager – 13 month FTC maternity cover

A technology‑led financial services business is looking for an Interim HR Manager to lead a small HR team during a period of change. This role suits someone comfortable working in a regulated, process‑driven environment who can balance day‑to‑day work with project delivery.

Reporting into the Head of HR, you will make sure the generalist HR team of 5 runs smoothly, support managers, and help improve people processes across the business.

Team Leadership & HR Operations

• Lead, support and develop the HR team.
• Guide managers on people issues and organisational changes.
• Improve HR processes, documentation and overall employee experience.
• Oversee checks, screening, and regular HR cycles like performance reviews.

Reward & Benefits

• Manage benefit administration and annual renewals.
• Keep benefit policies up to date.
• Support the rollout of a new benefits platform.

HR Systems & Data

• Act as the main contact for the HR system and ensure the team can use it confidently.
• Support the wider HR system implementation project.
• Review HR data and reports before they go to senior leadership.

Regulated Activities (SMCR)

• Manage the annual certification process and ensure all checks are completed on time.
• Keep accurate records and make sure tracking processes are well maintained.

Employee Relations & Governance

• Oversee ER cases handled by the team.
• Support audits, compliance requirements and risk management activity.

Experience & Skills Required

• CIPD qualified or equivalent experience.
• Strong people management and team‑development skills.
• Confident handling ER cases and advising managers.
• Comfortable working with HR systems and using data.
• Able to build strong relationships and influence at senior levels.
• Experience in a regulated or professional environment.
• Exposure to system implementations or change projects.
• Strong communicator with good judgement and problem‑solving skills.
• Passionate about continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable HR leader who enjoys variety, autonomy, team management and project ownership. You’ll help shape the HR function during a pivotal period and contribute meaningfully to both day‑to‑day operations and wider transformation.

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