6 results for Hr Generalist in Reading, Reading

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
200 - 250 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, HR Generalist for a 3 month Temporary role. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: <ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li data-section-id="1q659ku" data-end="1350" data-start="1310">Employee engagement and building trust</li><li data-start="1351" data-section-id="epruai" data-end="1386">People Operations and HR projects</li><li data-start="1387" data-section-id="1d5w6kz" data-end="1402">AI enablement</li><li data-end="1452" data-section-id="dgnoab" data-start="1403">Global employee handbook and policy development</li><li data-start="1453" data-section-id="z6b1vb" data-end="1487">Employee Value Proposition (EVP)</li><li data-start="1488" data-end="1528" data-section-id="1xqymwt">Data, reporting and people initiatives</li><li data-section-id="105e7z" data-end="1565" data-start="1529">HRIS/tech - particularly Elbow</li><li data-section-id="18gdxud" data-end="1624" data-start="1566">Opportunity to get involved in a broad range of projects</li></ul> Profile:The successful temporary, HR Generalist will have at least 3 years experience working within a generalist capacity and will have had a minimum level 5 CIPD qualification. You must be either immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. Client:Our client is a SaaS firm based in the City of London. You will work 4 days per week from their office and 1 day from home. Salary & Benefits:This immediate, temporary HR Generalist role will be paying circa £200 - £250 per day. This is dependant on experience.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjA1NjkwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-24T14:47:21Z

HR Manager

City of London, London
remote
Contract
30 - 35 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half are partnering with a great life sciences business, who are looking to recruit an interim HR Manager for 6 months.Role<ul><li>Support the full employee lifecycle from onboarding and induction through to offboarding, ensuring a consistent and positive experience at every stage.</li><li>Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations matters, providing guidance on HR policies, resolving workplace conflicts, and escalating complex issues where appropriate.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices, proactively advising managers and employees on statutory rights, disciplinary procedures, and grievance handling.</li><li>Own and maintain HR records and systems, ensuring data accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with GDPR and internal data retention policies.</li><li>Produce regular HR metrics and reports covering headcount, attrition, absence, and recruitment activity to support data-driven decision-making by senior leadership.</li></ul> ProfileAn experienced standalone HR Manager, with a broad generalist foundation spanning employee relations, recruitment, and payroll compliance. Proven at building trusted relationships with managers and senior stakeholders to deliver pragmatic, people-first solutions across the full employee lifecycle. Skilled in navigating ER matters, supporting end-to-end hiring, and ensuring compliance with employment legislation in fast-paced, evolving environments.CompanyOur client is a exciting Life Science business, seeking a proactive HR Manager to join them on an immediate 6- month contract.Rate This HR Manager role offers circa £30-£35 per hour depending on experience. Please note: applicants must be UK-based and available to work 2-3 days per week in the city office.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmVtaS5HYXkuNTE3NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-10T11:15:53Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
30 - 37 GBP / Hourly
Role:Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, HR Manager for a 6 Month Temporary role. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: <ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li data-start="1035" data-end="1149" data-section-id="4gemej">Lead on complex Employee Relations cases from start to finish, providing expert advice and guidance to managers.</li><li data-start="1150" data-end="1260" data-section-id="13oe5d6">Act as a trusted HR generalist, supporting across HR operations, policies and employee life cycle activities.</li><li data-start="1261" data-section-id="1nvg9ib" data-end="1338">Support HR administration and maintain employee records using Bamboo HR.</li><li data-end="1490" data-section-id="7u9h4b" data-start="1339">Attend recruitment meetings where required, although there is a dedicated internal recruiter, so there is no hands-on recruitment responsibility.</li><li data-end="1579" data-section-id="3mgmsx" data-start="1491">Partner with managers to provide pragmatic HR advice across a range of people matters.</li></ul> Profile:The successful temporary, HR Manager will have at least 5 years of experience working within a HR Manager position and will have had exposure to end to end ER case management. You must be either immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. Client:Our client is a software firm based in the London. You will work 3 days per week from their office and 2 days from home. Salary & Benefits:This immediate, temporary HR Manager role will be paying circa £30 - £37 per hour. This is dependant on experience.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjcyNjQ1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-14T15:33:28Z

HR Advisor

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Contract
35000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
HR Advisor12-Month Fixed-Term ContractRobert Half are delighted to be partnering with a leading international business to recruit an experienced HR Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Swindon.Salary: Up to £42,000 (depending on experience) Location: Swindon Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home (after a 3 month probation)This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a busy and collaborative HR team, supporting managers across multiple business functions. You'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality HR service, partnering with stakeholders to provide pragmatic advice, drive best practice and support a positive employee experience.Due to the urgency of this vacancy, applicants must be immediately available or able to start at short notice.The OpportunityThis is a true generalist HR role where no two days are the same. You'll work closely with leaders across the business, providing expert guidance on employee relations, recruitment, people processes and HR initiatives while helping to ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies.You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to ongoing projects aimed at improving processes, enhancing employee engagement and supporting wider business objectives.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees, providing practical HR advice and guidance.</li><li>Support managers with a range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance and capability cases.</li><li>Manage recruitment activities from vacancy approval through to onboarding, ensuring an excellent candidate experience.</li><li>Coordinate employee lifecycle processes, including contracts, probation reviews, changes to employment and leavers.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems, ensuring compliance with UK GDPR and employment legislation.</li><li>Prepare HR reports and analyse people data to support informed business decisions.</li><li>Assist with the review and implementation of HR policies and procedures.</li><li>Support learning and development activity, employee engagement initiatives and wider people projects.</li><li>Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business to promote a positive and consistent approach to people management.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Work collaboratively with the wider HR team to deliver an efficient and professional people service.</li></ul>About YouTo be successful in this role, you'll be a proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and building strong relationships across the business.You'll bring:<ul><li>Previous experience in an HR Advisor or HR Officer role within a generalist HR environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations processes.</li><li>Experience supporting managers with a wide range of HR matters.</li><li>Recruitment and onboarding experience.</li><li>Confidence managing multiple priorities and working to deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Experience using HR systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.</li><li>A professional, confidential and customer-focused approach.</li><li>CIPD Level 3 qualification as a minimum.</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>CIPD Level 5 qualification or studying towards it.</li><li>Experience contributing to HR projects or organisational change.</li><li>Experience producing HR reports and analysing people data.</li><li>Experience delivering training or coaching managers.</li><li>Experience improving HR processes or implementing new initiatives.</li></ul>What's on Offer<ul><li>Salary up to £42,000 depending on experience.</li><li>Hybrid working model with 3 days in the Swindon office and 2 days from home.</li><li>The opportunity to join a successful international organisation with a supportive and collaborative culture.</li><li>A varied HR role with genuine responsibility and exposure across the full employee lifecycle.</li><li>The opportunity to contribute to business improvement projects and develop your HR career.</li><li>Immediate start available for candidates who can commence work at short notice.</li></ul>If you're an experienced HR professional looking for your next contract opportunity and are available to start quickly, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMzE4NjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-07T09:23:12Z

Human Resources Business Partner

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
35 - 40 GBP / Hourly
Human Resources Business Partner - London - Hybrid - up to £300/day - ContractRobert Half are delighted to be working with a long-standing client in their search for a Human Resources Business Partner for 3 months offering up to £300/day.We're looking for a proactive HR professional where you'll partner with business leaders to shape people strategy, improve employee experience and support business growth.This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You'll be a trusted advisor to managers, providing expert guidance across the full employee lifecycle while using data and insights to help influence business decisions.Key Details:<ul><li>Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner</li><li>Pay: Up to £300/day, DOE</li><li>Location: London</li><li>Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote. Monday - Friday - 09:00 - 17:00</li><li>Contract length: 3 months</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Partnering with managers and senior leaders to provide strategic and operational HR support.</li><li>Building strong relationships across your business areas, attending regular meetings and becoming a trusted people advisor.</li><li>Supporting performance management, coaching leaders and advising on employee development.</li><li>Managing complex employee relations cases, investigations and disciplinary matters.</li><li>Using HR data and analytics to identify trends, recommend improvements and drive better people outcomes.</li><li>Supporting organisational change, restructures, succession planning and workforce planning.</li><li>Advising on HR policies, employment legislation and best practice.</li><li>Helping to develop contracts for new hires, promotions and internal moves.</li><li>Identifying training and development needs, supporting learning initiatives and executive coaching.</li><li>Working collaboratively with the wider HR team to deliver people-focused projects and continuous improvement.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Previous experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Advisor.</li><li>Strong knowledge of employee relations and UK employment legislation.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.</li><li>Experience using HR metrics and data to support decision making.</li><li>A commercial mindset with the ability to balance business needs with employee experience.</li><li>Outstanding communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Confidence managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>A degree and/or CIPD qualification (or equivalent) would be advantageous.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuOTQyMTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-13T15:55:46Z

Payroll Analyst

Didcot, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Harwell to recruit a Payroll Analyst. The Payroll Analyst will receive a salary between £45,000-£60,000 (potentially negotiable) along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working, a bonus and equity! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Manage the administration and processing of the company's monthly UK payroll and designated international payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer day-to-day employee benefits programmes and provide support for ongoing benefit plan operations.</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, taxation, employment law and relevant HR regulations, ensuring continued compliance.</li><li>Prepare year-end payroll reporting and statutory submissions.</li><li>Support SOX compliance, internal controls and audit requirements.</li><li>Participate in payroll system implementations, enhancements and reporting optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate annual payroll changes including bonuses, salary reviews, promotions and market adjustments.</li><li>Partner with Finance on budgeting, invoicing, accounting activities and other cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, including the use of automation and artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and improve the employee experience.</li><li>Manage relationships with external payroll and benefits providers to ensure high-quality service delivery.</li><li>Process tax withholdings relating to employee equity plans in partnership with the equity administration team.</li><li>Provide payroll support and act as back-up for US and other international payrolls when required.</li><li>Contribute to wider Global Rewards initiatives, supporting organisational growth and continuous improvement across payroll and benefits.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>A minimum of five years' payroll experience,</li><li>Proven UK payroll experience (essential), with exposure to global payrolls</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation and employment regulations.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.</li><li>Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>The resilience and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuODc4NTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-23T19:46:48Z