18 Month Maternity Cover | High‑Profile, Relationship‑Led Role
A leading global alternative investment firm is seeking a seasoned Human Capital Manager to take on a broad, high‑exposure position within their London office. This is a rare opportunity to partner closely with senior leadership in a fast‑paced, intellectually rigorous, and high‑performance environment.
Part of a small, trusted Human Capital team, this role is the primary HR contact for approximately 400 employees in London, while also supporting a smaller international location. The position reports directly into a long‑tenured Partner who oversees the global people function, and works closely with the COO.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as a trusted adviser to employees at all levels - from interns to Partners
* Manage complex employee relations matters with judgement and discretion
* Lead and support compensation conversations with senior stakeholders, including PMs
* Own contract approvals, governance processes, and wider people operations
* Partner with international HC colleagues across Asia and the US
* Navigate fast‑moving, sensitive, and confidential matters with confidence
Candidate Profile:
* 10+ years of experience in HR, ideally in a high‑performance, regulated, investment environment
* Deep and confident understanding of UK employment law, HR policy, and compliance
* Experience within investment management is essential, ideally with funds exposure to ensure strong business understanding
* Strong relationship‑building skills and the ability to influence at senior levels
* Comfortable managing sensitive topics, diverse personalities, and significant autonomy
Environment & Benefits:
This firm offers an exceptional working environment, including:
* State‑of‑the‑art, luxury offices in central London
* Access to a top‑tier onsite gym, personal training, and a range of fitness classes
* High‑quality onsite restaurants and hospitality spaces
* Market‑leading benefits, designed to support wellbeing and long‑term career engagement
* This role will also be bonus eligible
Practical Details:
* London‑based role; initially five days a week in the office, with room for flexibility expected over time
* Core hours 8am-5:30pm
* Interview processes will move quickly; onboarding and background checks typically take ~1 month
* Target start date: Mid‑April, enabling a full three‑month handover
* Contract term expected to be closer to 18 months
If you’re an experienced HR Manager / Generalist / HRBP looking for a highly impactful role within a global, well‑resourced investment environment, this represents an outstanding opportunity.
Note salary will be dependent on current comp and experience benchmarking - and is open to discussion. The listed salary is simply a guide.