HR Adviser

We are hiring for a HR Advisor to support the Capital Market business in London.

Job purpose:

Supporting the Head of HR in providing HR support to the Equities, Trading and Support teams. This involves advising and supporting staff and line managers on various employment matters, managing HR projects, fostering employee engagement and a positive company culture, ensuring efficient HR administration, overseeing payroll and benefits, and continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement. The role contributes to the CGL’s success by promoting a supportive and inclusive work environment while ensuring compliance with relevant policies and employment/ financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising and supporting staff/ line managers across the Equities business, Trading and Support teams, with employment issues that arise and escalating to Head of HR where required i.e. absence management, disciplinary meetings, probation meetings, performance management.
• Advising and supporting staff/line managers: Ensure you're approachable and available to offer guidance on employment issues. Escalate to the Head of HR when necessary and keep thorough documentation of all discussions and actions taken.
• Running with/supporting HR projects: Take ownership of projects like the Appraisal process or vendor contract negotiation, ensuring they're completed efficiently and effectively. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders and report progress to management.
• Employee engagement initiatives: Work with the Diversity and Inclusion Committee to develop and implement initiatives that foster an inclusive culture. Solicit feedback from employees to gauge effectiveness and make adjustments as needed.
• Promoting company culture: Lead by example in promoting a collaborative, supportive, and friendly culture. Encourage open communication and team collaboration to strengthen bonds across the organization.
• Effective communication: Keep key stakeholders informed of HR's performance and initiatives. Manage expectations and address any concerns promptly and transparently.
• HR administration: Maintain accurate HR records, handle documentation such as contracts and letters, and assist with HR reporting as required. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• New joiner and termination processes: Facilitate a smooth onboarding process for new hires and handle termination procedures with sensitivity and professionalism. Conduct exit interviews to gather feedback and insights.
• Recruitment support: Work with hiring managers to identify hiring needs, support with advertising, interview administration and candidate management.
• Training coordination: Identify training needs, organize training programs, and monitor their effectiveness. Look for opportunities to optimize training processes and resources.
• Process improvement: Continuously seek ways to enhance HR services and processes. Propose and implement practical changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Payroll and benefits administration: Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, oversee benefit schemes, and liaise with providers to address any issues or changes. Review benefit contracts and costs to optimize resources.

Competencies:

• A relevant CIPD or CIPP qualification would be an advantage.
• Minimum 3 years prior HR experience. Experience within Financial Service would be advantageous.
• Demonstrates the required level of technical proficiency to fulfil the requirements of the role.
• Proactively seeks to keep up to date, shares knowledge with others in the team
• Challenges current processes constructively and suggests improvements.
• Excellent Excel, PowerPoint and Word Skills – to include data manipulation, pivot, v-lookup.
• Experience of using a HR / Payroll system advantageous. 
• Upholds and promotes high ethical and compliance standards including integrity, honesty and fair dealing.
• Good understanding of UK employment law and payroll regulations.