HR Business Partner - 12 month FTC Maternity Cover

HR Business Partner - 12 month FTC Maternity Cover

HR, Marketing & Business Services

London

Reference: HH/RF-13711

We are representing a well-established insurance company seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join the business on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is a hands-on role supporting senior stakeholders across the employee lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on UK payroll oversight. The successful candidate will bring proven experience in managing payroll, working closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as a trusted HR advisor to managers and leadership
• End-to-end payroll management and liaison with payroll bureaus
• Employee relations, performance management and policy guidance
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and organisational change
• Ensuring compliance with UK employment law and internal controls

About you:

• Solid HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor experience
• Demonstrable UK payroll experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation
• Comfortable working in a regulated, fast-paced environment
• Pragmatic, commercial, and confident engaging with stakeholders

This is an excellent opportunity tomake an immediate impact during a key period.

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