HR Manager (12 month FTC)

HR Manager (12 month FTC)

Frazer Jones are partnering with a leading UK Investment business to secure an HR Manager.

This is a 12 month fixed term contract covering a period of maternity leave starting in late January 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to manage the HR function to deliver a comprehensive, responsive, and effective HR service aligned with business requirements.

The main focus of the role is the operational management of the HR team consisting of 5 HR professionals. As an Interim HR Manager you will also play a key role in driving several projects around HRIS implementation, amended benefits package, SMCR, plus other ad hoc projects.

Responsibilities include

• Managing the performance and development of the HR team, setting clear and stretching objectives, providing regular feedback and support.
• Providing managers with oversight, and guidance, and support on any change management initiatives across the business.
• Ensuring that the team provides accurate interpretation of HR policies and procedures to managers.
• Supporting and engaging the management team with the annual PDR process to ensure a high submission rate is achieved.
• Overseeing the organisation and management of all social awareness, key company dates and company forums.
• Managing all benefit renewal processes
• Ensuring that the HR team are continually upskilled, and are proficient users of the HRIS.
• Supporting the team with the collation of the HR data required for all Board reports across the year
• Managing the quarterly review process of all employee talent map ratings and supporting managers with their understanding of the process.
• Managing the delivery of the annual certification of all employees in regulated roles (SMF, MRT, CP)
• Ensuring the documentation and tracking of all registered staff is recorded in line with company and regulatory requirements
• Managing of all employee relations cases relating to the Group and ensuring the team provides appropriate advice, guidance and support.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified and will be well versed in employment law and best practice HR approaches and initiatives. You will have experience managing teams and handling complex employee relations cases. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, as the role requires building effective relationships with senior management and communicating at all levels of the business. A background in financial services and familiarity with SMCR is desirable.

The role is based in central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home.

If this describes your experience and you are looking for a 12 month FTC to start in mid January, apply to Marcus at Frazer Jones today.

The SR Group (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.