Senior Manager - Human Resources

Macrobond Financial; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Greater London is seeking a Senior Human Resources Manager to act as a strategic partner and operational leader. This role requires over 8 years of HR generalist experience and deep knowledge of UK employment law. Responsibilities include developing people strategies, advising on workforce planning, and leading HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical insurance, gym discounts, and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Company pension scheme

Gym discounts

25 days holiday per annum

Volunteer days

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws and compliance.
• Demonstrated project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders.
• Develop people strategies that align with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional HR and organisational projects.
• Partner with leaders to drive change initiatives.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Project management

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Team dynamics

Education

HR certifications (SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CIPD)

Job description

About Us

Macrobond is a leading provider of global economic and financial data and technology for investment professionals. Our customers include over 900 firms spanning the buyside, sell side, corporate and academic sectors.

Our platform, rich in intellectual property and supported by a rapidly expanding global team, ensures we remain at the forefront of our industry. With the backing of Francisco Partners, a prominent global tech investment firm, we operate as a truly international company. Our headquarters are in Malmö, Sweden, and we have key offices in Gothenburg, London, Poland, Lisbon, Hong Kong, and New York.

Job Overview

The Senior Human Resources Manager / Project Management role is both a strategic partner and an operational leader, responsible for driving key people initiatives across the organization. This position blends deep HR generalist expertise with strong project management capability to deliver programs that elevate culture, strengthen leadership effectiveness, and enhance the overall employee experience.

With a solid understanding of UK employment law and experience supporting global teams, you will help shape an inclusive and scalable people strategy. This role requires sound judgment, a people‑first mindset, and the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple regions.

HR Strategy & Business Partnership

• Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, advising on workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and change management.
• Develop people strategies that align with business goals across UK, U.S., and global teams.
• Coach managers on performance, team dynamics, communication, and HR‑related decision‑making with an inclusive, culturally aware approach.

HR Generalist Expertise

• Provide comprehensive support across performance management, talent calibration, compensation cycles, and offboarding.
• Manage employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and policy guidance while ensuring compliance with UK employment laws.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of employment legislation and proactively adjust policies and practices.

Project Management & Program Delivery

• Lead cross‑functional HR and organisational projects (e.g., total rewards, career ladders, performance model redesign, HRIS optimisation, policy harmonisation, global culture initiatives).
• Create and drive project plans, timelines, communications, and success metrics.
• Coordinate with global teams to ensure programmes are culturally sensitive and scalable.

Culture, Engagement & Change Management

• Partner with leaders to strengthen team culture, ways of working, and cross‑geography collaboration.
• Drive change initiatives through clear communication, stakeholder alignment, and high visibility.

Data, Analytics & Reporting

• Use people analytics to identify trends, opportunities, and risks across regions.
• Prepare monthly dashboards and executive‑level insights to support evidence‑based decision‑making.
• Streamline HR processes across the global footprint to improve consistency, compliance, and the overall employee experience.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 8+ years of progressive HR generalist experience; prior experience supporting UK and/or global teams required or strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated project management experience leading multi‑stakeholder initiatives.
• Proven ability to influence and partner effectively with leaders at all levels.
• Exceptional communication, consulting, and relationship‑building skills, including executive‑level communication and storytelling.
• High integrity, discretion, and sound decision‑making.
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity with confidence.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and people‑centred leadership style.
• Global HR experience beyond the UK (e.g., U.S., EMEA, APAC) is a plus.
• Experience in Fintech, Private Equity, or fast‑paced mid‑market environments is beneficial.
• HR certifications (SPHR, SHRM‑SCP, CIPD) preferred but not required.

What do we offer

• Private medical insurance, inclusive of dental, vision, and hearing
• Life insurance
• Company pension scheme, with a strong employer contribution
• Gym discounts
  
• 25 days holiday per annum
• 2 Macrobond days to use per annum for volunteering

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Macrobond, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and success. We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Apply today and become part of our exciting journey!