HR Associate

We are seeking a HR Associate to join our growing team in London. You will be part of our global HR team who value collaboration, teamwork and trust and deliver high-quality HR expertise to the business. Based in our London office, you will report to the HR Lead, UK & Nordics and will also be well supported by other EMEA HR colleagues. In an international environment, this diverse role would appeal to a HR generalist who enjoys all aspects of HR, such as business partnering, employee relations, and HR projects, operations and compliance. This role would suit a motivated junior HR professional, looking to further develop their HR career and enjoys partnering with the business within a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be a trusted advisor and provide expert advice and guidance on HR matters, using the appropriate communication lines, databases and systems to address queries and provide solutions to the business and employees.

• Partner with the EMEA Recruitment team on hiring needs, supporting the offer and onboarding process and managing visa applications when required.

• Manage ER case work ensuring a best practice approach is followed. You will be supported by the HR Lead with more complex cases.

• Oversee and ensure smooth onboarding and offboarding of employees.

• Facilitate the performance management and development of our employees.

• Communicate HR policies and processes and ensure policies are up to date and compliant with local legislation.

• In collaboration with the Global HR team, support activities such as the performance review process, promotion process and compensation review.

• Supporting the HR team with benefits management.

• Build strong relationships and collaborate with other groups (such as Payroll, Finance, Corporate Services & IT) to support the business and employees appropriately.

• Identify areas for improvement and recommend appropriate solutions to address the needs of a growing organization.

• Partner with HR Generalists across EMEA and in the US and APAC on company-wide policies and initiatives.

• Supporting the team with projects such as M&A change management programmes, well-being, remuneration, culture and engagement, and other HR related work streams.

• Ensuring compliance with Immigration/UK Sponsorship License responsibilities. Manage right to work checks for UK employees.

• Ensuring employee data on Workday is kept accurate.

• In collaboration with the HR team, ensure monthly payroll changes are actioned.

REQUIREMENTS

• A HR professional with hands-on experience covering a wide range of HR duties.

• Able to demonstrate a good understanding of HR best practice and a proactive approach to professional development, including keeping up to date with Employment Law developments, HR trends and evolutions in the people profession.

• Relevant experience in a similar role preferably at a growing organisation.

• Understanding of employment law and ability to handle employee relations cases.

• Ability to build strong relationships across a global business and be seen as a trusted advisor.

• Act with integrity, credibility and professionalism at all times.

• Demonstrable sound judgement and decision-making skills

• Strong collaboration skills and able to build relationships across all levels of the business in a global operating environment.

• Able to prioritise and manage many tasks simultaneously.

• Client focused and actively partner with management and the HR team to achieve business objectives while respecting HR processes and policies.

• Solutions-oriented mindset, actively seeking and implementing effective solutions to problems.

• Strong technical skills and proficient in Microsoft Office required and experience of using Workday would be beneficial.

• A degree in Human Resources, or related field.

• CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards would be advantageous.

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being. 

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire one another. 

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.