Interim people and culture manager - 3 months

Oakleaf Partnership; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Interim People and Culture Manager for a 3-month contract. This hands-on role is crucial for enhancing organizational performance and employee engagement during a period of transition. You will lead Talent Acquisition and Onboarding, support Performance Management, and drive key HR initiatives aligned with the People Strategy. This opportunity allows you to make an immediate impact in a supportive, purpose-led environment while collaborating closely with senior leadership. If you are passionate about HR and ready to take on a vital role, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free lunch

Potential to go permanent

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent experience.
• Broad HR generalist background with strengths in recruitment and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Talent Acquisition and Onboarding activities.
• Support and drive the Performance Management cycle and training needs.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Onboarding

Employee Relations

Performance Management

HR Project Management

UK Employment Law

HRIS Systems

HR Data Reporting

Education

CIPD Level 5

Tools

Personio

Job description

Interim People and Culture manager

• £250-£270 per day
• 3 months
• Start date 19th May
• City of London
• Hybrid - 3 days on site
• Free lunch!
• Potential to go permanent

On behalf of our client, a values-driven and progressive organisation, we are seeking an experienced Interim People & Culture Manager for a period of 3 months.This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and hands-on HR professional to support the People Strategy, partner with managers, and drive key initiatives across the employee lifecycle. Reporting directly to the Director of People & Culture, you will play a key role in enhancing organisational performance, employee engagement, and HR service delivery during a vital period of transition and development.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end Talent Acquisition and Onboarding activities (50% of role focus).Support and drive the Performance Management cycle and training needs identification.Champion Employee Engagement, coach line managers, and support employee relations matters.Deliver critical HR Projects and change initiatives aligned to the People Strategy.Enhance HR systems, processes, and compliance practices, with a strong focus on HR data integrity (using systems like Personio).

Candidate Profile



Essential Skills & Experience:

CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience).Broad HR generalist background, with strength in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR project management.Strong UK employment law knowledge.Experience coaching and supporting line managers across a range of people matters.Skilled in HRIS systems and HR data reporting (Personio experience desirable).

About the Opportunity

This is a hands-on, varied role offering the chance to make an immediate impact within a supportive, purpose-led organisation. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and managers to embed best practice, drive culture, and support ongoing HR initiatives during this 3-month contract.

Application Process

If you are an experienced HR professional available at short notice for interim work, please apply today with your CV and covering statement.Shortlisting will take place next week