HR Operations Specialist Manager 12-15 Month FTC

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-practice law firm in London is seeking an HR Operations Specialist Manager for a 12-15 month contract. The role involves managing HR processes, including payroll and benefits, ensuring accuracy in employee data, and supporting onboarding/offboarding. The ideal candidate has solid payroll experience and law firm background. This position offers a salary of up to £85,000 and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension contribution

Medical insurance

Qualifications

• Solid experience in payroll and benefits management.
• Excellent knowledge of pensions processing (Aviva).
• High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly payroll process for the UK office.
• Coordinate with payroll providers to ensure accurate payroll delivery.
• Manage the monthly pension administration process.
• Oversee employee data accuracy in the HRIS.

Skills

Payroll management

Pensions management

Excel proficiency

Law firm experience

Vendor relations

HRIS expertise

Tools

UKG

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

HR Operations Specialist Manager 12-15 Month FTC

An opportunity has just arisen at our multi-practice US Law Firm client for an HR Operations Specialist Manager on an initial 12-15 month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources (Europe), this role is responsible for maintaining accurate, compliant, and efficient HR processes for the firm’s London office.

• Salary up to £85,000
• 09:30-17:30 working hours
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 remote)
• Excellent employee benefits including generous holiday allowance and pension plus medical insurance

HR Operations Specialist Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly payroll process for the UK office.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to ensure error-free payroll delivery.
• Support annual salary and bonus review processes, providing accurate data.
• Manage the monthly pension administration process.
• Manage benefit schemes and liaise with third-party vendors and brokers.
• Manage all day to day benefits administration alongside HR Assistant.
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of employee data in the HRIS (UKG).
• Support the onboarding and offboarding lifecycle for employees from an operational and data perspective.

HR Operations Specialist Manager Skills & Requirements:

• Solid experience and understanding on running payroll, compensation and benefits.
• Excellent Pensions knowledge and processing experience (Aviva ).
• High level of Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience working in a law firm environment.
• Experience working with third-party payroll and benefits vendors / brokers.
• Proficient in HRIS platforms, preferably UKG.