Job Description
My client, a multi billion dollar AUM industry leading hedge fund, is looking to hire their first HR Operations Specialist based in to their expanding London office.
This is a newly created hire and the individual coming into this role will be taking the lead on HR operations and transformation strategy on a firmwide level, starting with the implementation on a new HRIS.
Reporting to the Global Head of HR and working closely with the ‘C-suite’, the hire will take ownership to improve the firms HR operations framework, making changes to procedures and operational efficiency. With the support of Technology teams (as well as relevant third parties) the hire will take the lead on a major project to implement and roll out a new HRIS system, which will be used by all functions across the firm. The includes end to end management of the implementation from initial conversations with external consultants, to the implementation of core HRIS tools, UAT testing and any add-ons that the hire feels are needed. The hire will also take on a strategic role working with wider global HR team to identify gaps and bottlenecks within the firms operational infrastructure and run point on making relevant improvements – this would include a focus on areas such as performance management, talent development and HR reporting. The hire will also take on a wider role working with the technology team to make HR reporting and analytics more data driven and automated hence ensuring continuous improvements to HR architecture.
The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience as a HR transformation/HR operations/ HR technology specialist with strong hands on experience with Workday HRIS and experience delivering on HR operational improvement initiatives at an investment manager, a bank or hedge fund. Candidates must have an excellent academic profile.
The role can pay up to a £150k base salary and a strong performer can earn a 50% year one bonus.