HR Officer

Jobtailor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in London seeks an HR/People Operations professional to act as the first contact for UK & Ireland HR queries, support payroll coordination, and oversee the London office. You will assist the People Team Lead, help organise UK office events, and contribute to engagement initiatives while ensuring compliance with UK employment requirements.

With a focus on accuracy and a proactive, service‑minded approach, you will work both independently and collaboratively across the People & Talent

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR or People Operations role.
• Familiarity with UK payroll and benefits.
• Accurate and detail‑oriented when handling payroll and HR data.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Organised and punctual with multiple priorities.
• Interest and ability in planning events.
• Able to work in the London office at least 3 days a week.
• Must complete a short 2–3 minute video presentation as part of the application.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day HR questions from the UK & Ireland team.
• Support the People Team Lead with operational HR administration.
• Assist with payroll coordination and liaise with external providers to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Keep up to date with HR and employment legislation and requirements.
• Manage the London office, including supplies, deliveries, access, and workspace organisation.
• Organise UK office and company events, including team socials, offsites, and annual celebrations.
• Support employee engagement and internal communication initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with HR processes and UK employment requirements, including right‑to‑work checks and documentation.
• Collaborate with the wider People & Talent team on global engagement, events, and culture initiatives.
• Report to the People Team Lead.

Skills

HR/People Operations experience

UK payroll knowledge

Payroll data accuracy

English communication skills

Independent and collaborative work

Event planning interest

Office presence - 3 days/week

Video presentation during application

Job description

• Act as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day HR questions from the UK & Ireland team
• Support the People Team Lead with operational HR administration
• Assist with payroll coordination and liaise with external providers to ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Keep up to date with HR and employment legislation and requirements
• Manage the London office, including supplies, deliveries, access, and workspace organisation
• Organise UK office and company events, including team socials, offsites, and annual celebrations
• Support employee engagement and internal communication initiatives
• Ensure compliance with HR processes and UK employment requirements, including right‑to‑work checks and documentation
• Collaborate with the wider People & Talent team on global engagement, events, and culture initiatives
• Report to the People Team Lead

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HR or People Operations role
• Familiarity with UK payroll and benefits
• Accurate and detail‑oriented when handling payroll and HR data
• Service‑minded, approachable, empathetic, and proactive
• Organised and punctual, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Interest and ability in planning events
• Ability to work in the office at least 3 days a week
• Ability to complete a short 2-3 minute video presentation as part of the application

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in HR administration, payroll coordination, and compliance with UK employment legislation. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential for managing office operations and employee engagement initiatives.