Interim HR Assistant Manager – 6-Month Fixed-Term

About the role

We are looking for an experienced HR professional to join a high‑performing banking organisation on a 6‑month interim assignment covering maternity leave. The role sits within a collaborative HR team, supporting the delivery of the people agenda and working closely with senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on a broad range of people matters.
• Manage employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, performance issues and investigations.
• Support the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to off‑boarding.
• Oversee payroll processes and ensure accuracy of monthly submissions.
• Support benefits administration and employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Review and update HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with employment legislation and GDPR.
• Produce HR management information and support regulatory and governance activities as required.

Required profile

• CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Previous experience as an HR Advisor, Senior HR Advisor or Assistant HR Manager.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience supporting payroll and HR operations.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience within financial services or another regulated environment is advantageous.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£60,000) plus excellent benefits.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Generous employer pension contributions.
• Life assurance cover.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Hybrid working (onsite initially, then remote) from month 4.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an established and respected organisation.