Job Description
* Head of HR – UK & US (Standalone Role)
* London (Hybrid)
* Global Brokerage Firm
* Circa £100k plus bonus and benefits
Fidarsi are partnering with a dynamic and fast growing brokerage firm. With offices in the UK and the US, they operate in a highly regulated environment and pride themselves on compliance, performance, and people-centric culture. They are now seeking a Head of HR to join their leadership team in a standalone capacity, covering our UK and US operations.
As Head of HR, you will be the driving force behind our people strategy across both jurisdictions. This is a unique opportunity to shape HR policy and practice in a global setting. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders to support business growth while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage all HR functions across the UK and US.
* Serve as the primary HR advisor to senior leadership and management.
* Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
* Ensure compliance with FCA regulations and US labour laws.
* Manage the employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and offboarding.
* Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters.
* Develop and execute initiatives on talent management, DEI, and employee engagement.
* Own HR policies, contracts, and systems ensuring they are up-to-date and fit for purpose.
* Partner with legal and compliance teams to meet regulatory obligations.
* Support global expansion and integration of HR practices.
Must have:
* Proven HR leadership experience, ideally within financial services or a brokerage environment.
* Deep understanding of FCA regulatory requirements and compliance in a regulated environment.
* Experience covering both UK and US jurisdictions.
* Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability – this is a standalone role.
* CIPD qualification or equivalent HR certification preferred.
* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing skills.
* Ability to work autonomously and manage across time zones.
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
* Opportunity to build and shape a global HR function.
* Collaborative, high-performing leadership team.
* Hybrid work flexibility.