HR Operations Specialist Manager 12-15 Month FTC

An opportunity has just arisen at our multi-practice US Law Firm client for an HR Operations Specialist Manager on an initial 12-15 month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources (Europe), this role is responsible for maintaining accurate, compliant, and efficient HR processes for the firm’s London office.

• Salary up to £85,000
• 09:30-17:30 working hours
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 remote)
• Excellent employee benefits including generous holiday allowance and pension plus medical insurance

HR Operations Specialist Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly payroll process for the UK office.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders to ensure error-free payroll delivery.
• Support annual salary and bonus review processes, providing accurate data.
• Manage the monthly pension administration process.
• Manage benefit schemes and liaise with third-party vendors and brokers.
• Manage all day to day benefits administration alongside HR Assistant.
• Maintain and ensure the accuracy of employee data in the HRIS (UKG).
• Support the onboarding and offboarding lifecycle for employees from an operational and data perspective.

HR Operations Specialist Manager Skills & Requirements:

• Solid experience and understanding on running payroll, compensation and benefits.
• Excellent Pensions knowledge and processing experience (Aviva preferred).
• High level of Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience working in a law firm environment.
• Experience working with third-party payroll and benefits vendors / brokers.
• Proficient in HRIS platforms, preferably UKG.