Interim HR Business Partner – Standalone

Interim HR Business Partner – Boutique Investment Firm (9-Month Contract)

I’m partnering with a boutique investment firm in the search for an experienced Interim HR Business Partner to lead and manage the HR function on a 9-month contract (with potential for extension). This is a standalone role reporting directly to the C-Suite, offering a unique opportunity to shape HR strategy, drive compliance, and foster employee wellbeing across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding.
• Advise on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary procedures.
• Lead performance appraisal processes and coach managers on effective feedback delivery.
• Ensure compliance with the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).
• Maintain and update HR policies in line with UK, France, and Luxembourg labour laws.
• Support annual financial and compliance audits; assist Finance with reporting and accruals.
• Conduct HR audits to identify and mitigate risks.
• Manage payroll across UK, France, and Luxembourg, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Administer benefits including pensions, health, wealth, and flexible offerings.
• Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive compensation structures.
• Handle pre-employment screening, regulatory references, and employee verification.
• Champion a positive and inclusive work culture through clear communication.
• Lead exit interviews and follow-up meetings to identify trends and improvements.
• Identify training needs and develop targeted learning programmes.
• Prepare DE&I investor responses and regular reporting to track progress.
• Draft and manage HR documentation: contracts, letters, and compliance paperwork.
• Maintain GDPR-compliant employee records.
• Collaborate with health and safety consultants to uphold legal standards and wellbeing initiatives.
• Perform additional ad-hoc duties as required.

Person Profile

• Minimum 8 years of HR experience, ideally within Financial Services or Investment Management.
• Proven success in a standalone HR generalist role across UK, France, and Luxembourg.
• Deep knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices in all three jurisdictions.
• Skilled in recruitment, absence management, capability, disciplinary and grievance processes.
• Experience supporting line managers through the HR cycle and developing HR policies.
• Strong project management and multitasking abilities in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build trust across all levels.
• Discreet and confident handling of sensitive data.
• Up-to-date awareness of employment legislation changes.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; CIPD Level 5 preferred.

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