Human Resources Manager

Frazer Jones; United Kingdom, United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Frazer Jones are partnering with a globally recognised investment management firm to appoint an experienced HR leader. The role covers the UK, Jersey and Italy, reporting to the CHRO and guiding a high-performing HR team across multiple jurisdictions.

You will partner with senior stakeholders, lead complex ER matters, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive strategic HR initiatives in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years HR experience in fast-paced environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law; Jersey/Italy exposure advantageous.
• Proven track record partnering with senior leaders to influence decisions.
• Exceptional employee relations experience and sound judgment.
• Leadership experience managing HR professionals.
• Proactive hands-on mindset in a dynamic business.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience with HR systems such as Workday and/or Greenhouse is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to shape people strategy and support growth.
• Lead on employee relations and coach leaders through complex challenges.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation across UK, Jersey and Italy.
• Use data and insights to inform decisions and improve retention.
• Drive HR transformation projects with global teams on new systems/processes.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, immigration, and core HR operations.
• Lead and develop a high-performing HR team and cultivate continuous learning.

Skills

Leadership

UK Employment Law

Stakeholder Influence

Employee Relations

HR Transformation

People Leadership

Communication

HR Systems

Tools

Workday

Greenhouse

Job description

Are you a commercially minded HR leader who thrives in high-performance environments? Do you enjoy partnering with senior stakeholders, tackling complex people challenges, and building exceptional employee experiences?

We're partnering with a globally recognised investment management firm at the forefront of technology, data and innovation. With an entrepreneurial culture, ambitious growth plans and a commitment to excellence, this organisation offers a unique opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of the people agenda across the UK, Jersey and Italy.

Reporting directly to the CHRO, you'll sit at the heart of the business, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders while leading a talented HR team and driving strategic and operational HR initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.

What You'll Be Doing

As the senior HR lead for the region, you'll have the autonomy and influence to make a real impact.

• Partner closely with business leaders to shape people strategy and support organisational growth.
• Lead on all employee relations matters, providing pragmatic advice, coaching leaders and navigating complex challenges with confidence.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation across the UK, Jersey and Italy, staying ahead of regulatory changes and implementing best practice.
• Use people data and insights to inform decision‑making, drive engagement and enhance retention.
• Champion key HR transformation projects, partnering with global teams to implement new systems, processes and ways of working.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding, immigration and core HR operations, ensuring an exceptional employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high‑performing HR team, creating a culture of continuous learning and growth.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical HR expertise with commercial acumen, gravitas and the confidence to influence at senior levels.

You’ll bring:

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally within financial services, professional services or another fast‑paced, high‑performance environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law (exposure to Jersey and/or Italy would be highly advantageous).
• A proven track record of partnering with senior leaders and influencing business decisions.
• Exceptional employee relations experience and sound judgement.
• Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing HR professionals.
• A proactive, hands‑on mindset and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, evolving business.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Workday and/or Greenhouse would be beneficial but is not essential.