Reed HR are working with a Financial Services company based in Central London to recruit a HR Assistant on a full time, Permanent basis. Salary circa £30,000 - £35,000 per annum. This job will operate on the hybrid working model, with some days based in the office and the rest from home each week.

As a valued member of the HR team, this role will provide comprehensive support across all aspects of HR within the London office. This role is ideal for someone with at least 2 years of experience in a HR role, preferably within the financial or professional services sectors, and who has a solid understanding of HR generalist practices.

Day-to-day of the role:

Act as the first point of contact for recruitment, including engagement with agencies and tailoring of job specifications.
Conduct hiring checks, including right to work in the UK.
Manage onboarding processes including contracts, induction, and probation management.
Maintain the HR system, keeping employee records and electronic files up to date.
Enhance employee experience by proposing improvements on benefits and staying updated with market trends.
Assist in the yearly reviews of job descriptions, performance appraisals, and goals.
Support annual assessments for Senior Management and Certified Regime members of staff in accordance with FCA/PRA requirements, in collaboration with the Compliance department.
Ensure all relevant documentation and staff equipment is returned to the company upon termination of contracts.
Write and update policies, procedures, desk procedures, and forms.
Prepare presentations & communications for stakeholders and manage internal communications.
Develop proposals and documents for engagement with HR-related providers.
Produce monthly reports for HR meetings with the Management Committee.
Perform additional tasks as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years' experience in an HR role, ideally within the financial or professional services.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to maintain confidential information.
Strong problem-solving skills, customer focus, and a passion for achieving high levels of employee satisfaction.