HR Associate – London

About the role

Join Bain’s Talent team in London as an Associate, Human Resources. This junior position offers hands‑on experience across core HR processes in a fast‑paced consulting environment, supporting the delivery of high‑quality HR services and a positive employee experience.

Key responsibilities

• Administer leave processes, including short‑term medical and parental leave, and update Workday accordingly.
• Prepare and brief consultants on parental‑leave paperwork and timelines.
• Support employee lifecycle activities such as onboarding, off‑boarding, and documentation management.
• Maintain Workday data integrity, conduct audits, and handle transfer‑related transactions.
• Assist with HR projects, process improvements, policy updates, and reporting.
• Maintain the London Employee Handbook and ensure HR intranet pages are current.
• Coordinate client background checks and keep consultant employee files legally compliant.
• Monitor the HR inbox, respond to queries, and escalate when necessary.
• Support immigration and mobility functions, including visa applications for new joiners, transfers, and extensions.

Required profile

• Junior HR professional seeking hands‑on experience across multiple HR functions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage documentation and data accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills to coordinate onboarding, off‑boarding, and leave processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively with HR specialists, internal teams, and external partners.

Required skills

• Workday (HRIS) proficiency.

What we offer

• Exposure to HR operations within a top‑ranked global consulting firm.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Access to mentorship from experienced HR specialists.