HR Assistant – Hedge Fund – £60-70k base + Bonus

About the role

We are seeking a proactive HR Assistant to join the Human Capital team of a fast‑growing US hedge fund’s London office. Reporting to the HR Director, you will own key elements of the employee lifecycle across Europe, with a focus on onboarding, contract management and vendor coordination.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end onboarding process for new joiners across all functions, including contract preparation and stakeholder liaison.
• Coordinate with external vendors and internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and off‑boarding experiences.
• Support the HR Director on day‑to‑day HR operations and employee‑lifecycle activities.
• Drive process‑improvement projects aimed at streamlining onboarding, off‑boarding and talent‑management workflows.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with UK and European employment regulations.

Required profile

• 1‑4 years of experience in HR administration, coordination or analysis.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment and take ownership of tasks.
• Strong academic background is preferred.
• Ambition to develop towards a Business Partner role within the HR function.

Required skills

What we offer

• Base salary up to £70,000 per year plus a significant year‑end performance bonus.
• Top‑of‑the‑range benefits package: premium healthcare, generous pension, fully subsidised gym membership, and daily breakfast & lunch.
• Opportunity to grow within a high‑growth financial services firm.