HR Specialist
| Posting date: | 12 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £55,000 to £60,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 September 2025 |
| Location: | City of London, London, EC2V 6DB |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4722051_1757674686 |
Summary
Mandarin-speaking HR Specialist / Senior Advisor for a global insurance business.
Your new company
A global insurance business, with a headcount of circa 100 in the UK is growing their HR team of 4. Reporting to the Head of HR and working closely with the HRBPs, you will be responsible for:
- Being a point of contact for HR across the business on benefits, payroll, recruitment, onboarding etc.
- Lead on employee relations cases, across the business, including any disciplinaries and grievances.
- Provide generalist support to the HR team, including supporting with policy changes/improvements and upcoming projects.
- Partner with the Head of HR to develop and improve HR policies.
- Support with recruitment across the business.
- Act as a subject-matter expert for SMCR, with the ability to conduct thorough background checks for new employees.
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience in an HR generalist role, with the desire to progress into Advisor level.
- A thorough knowledge and understanding of SMCR regulations, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders.
- Experience in a Financial Services/Insurance business is preferred.
What you'll get in return
A competitive salary with growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package including bonus, hybrid working 3 days in the office.
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