HR Manager – 12 month mat cover

Oakleaf Partnership; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Une société de gestion d'actifs de renom, au cœur de la City, recherche un HR Manager pour un contrat maternité de 12 mois. Ce rôle clé implique la gestion des opérations RH quotidiennes et la liaison stratégique avec la direction. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience solide en gestion d'employés et une certification CIPD. Un environnement de travail collaboratif et valorisant vous attend, avec de nombreuses opportunités de développement.

Qualifications

• Expérience prouvée en tant que HR Manager, de préférence dans la gestion d'actifs ou services financiers.
• Expérience solide en relations avec les employés, essentielle pour ce poste.
• Capacité à traduire la stratégie en exécution tactique.

Responsibilities

• Agir en tant que soutien au Chief People Officer pour les priorités RH stratégiques.
• Assurer la supervision des opérations RH au quotidien.
• Gérer les questions relations employés, en traitant les sujets complexes avec soin.

Skills

Employee Relations

Emotional Intelligence

Communication Skills

Proactive Mindset

Education

CIPD Level 5 Qualification

Job description

HR Manager (12-Month FTC – Maternity Cover – Start Date Mid-August 2025)

A distinctive, purpose-led asset manager based in the heart of the City is seeking a confident and capable HR Manager to join on a 12-month maternity cover contract, reporting directly to the Chief People Officer. This is a great opportunity to help guide a well-established and values-driven investment firm – translating strategic people initiatives into smooth, effective execution, all with the support of a highly capable and collaborative HR team.With business-as-usual currently in a steady rhythm, you’ll have the space to immerse yourself in the organisation, build strong relationships across the business, and make a meaningful contribution from day one. Your focus will be on bridging strategy and operations: ensuring key initiatives are delivered thoughtfully, day-to-day HR processes run efficiently, and managers receive the insight and support they need.You’ll play a visible and trusted role across the organisation – acting as a key point of contact for leaders and line managers, and providing thoughtful oversight and guidance across the HR function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as right-hand support to the Chief People Officer, helping to deliver strategic HR priorities
• Provide oversight of day-to-day HR operations – supporting the team across payroll, recruitment, onboarding, systems, and compliance
• Own employee relations matters, handling complex or sensitive issues with care and confidence
• Be the first point of contact for people managers and department heads, offering guidance on HR matters including performance, conduct, and policy
• Support the annual performance and compensation cycle – reviews begin in February, with comp running March to May
• Deliver insights to ExCo on people trends, SMCR matters, and HR metrics
• Help embed and improve the new HR system (implemented last year) and contribute to ongoing process enhancements
• Work closely with a stable and collaborative HR team (5 total) and ensure a consistent, high-quality service across the function

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven experience operating at HR Manager level, ideally within investment management, asset management, or broader financial services
• Strong employee relations experience – essential for success in this role
• Ability to translate strategy into tactical execution
• Familiarity with regulated environments, SMCR, and working with senior leadership
• High emotional intelligence and communication skills – able to engage at every level of the organisation
• A proactive mindset – you’re comfortable stepping into the unknown, identifying gaps, and keeping things moving
• Ideally CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)