We're Synechron, a global consultancy Laser-focused on accelerating digital initiatives in financial services. With over 14,500 members of staff across 17 countries and a unique mix of end-to-end digital, business and technology services, we help clients solve complex challenges with modern and innovative solutions.

We're big enough to be taken seriously, yet small enough to operate with an agile, open, relationship-driven approach. Our clients come to us with problems that need genuine thought, intelligence and knowledge; we're not just putting bodies on seats.

We are currently seeking a HR Specialist with demonstrable experience in providing practical HR advice to colleagues and a strong background in HR Operations to join our UK HR team. This hire would need to be in the office at least 3 days per week. The role would encompass approx. 70 percent Operational and 30 percent advisory tasks and activities.

This person will report to the People Partner UK, and operate with oversight from the HR Operations Manager, EMEA.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the UK on-boarding and off-boarding process, liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure employees have a seamless experience.
• Preparation of the submission of accurate and timely UK payroll data monthly.
• Administration of all UK benefits and pension schemes under the supervision of the EMEA/APAC Benefits Manager.
• Responsible for ownership of the submission and maintenance of accurate employee data and the first level resolution of employee queries.
• First line resolution of general HR queries raised by UK employees through the HR ticketing system.
• Responsible for taking proactive ownership of Tier1/2 level queries and escalating complex queries to the UK HR Management Team as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate People Data across our HR Systems (Workday) and within local HR folders and documentation to ensure the HR team is set-up to successfully support the business.
• Support the People Partner UK in the delivery of cyclical employee process across the UK including performance management, compensation, succession planning and resolution of employee relations cases.
• Represent the UK location in global HR projects on an ad hoc basis.

Requirements:

• Candidates with this level of experience usually come with at least 3 years' relevant experience.
• Has previous experience working in a global, matrixed organisation.
• Possesses excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, and the ability to analyse data to provide accurate and user-friendly management information.
• Demonstrates affinity and enthusiasm to work with systems, processes, and numbers.
• Has a keen eye to find process gaps and able to come up with recommendations for improvement.
• Strong communication skills. Able to communicate clearly and with empathy at all levels of the organisation.
• Takes a pro-active approach to tasks and enjoys problem solving and building an internal network to resolve issues.
• Able to prioritise and self-manage their workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail both when reviewing their own work and when working with colleagues.

We have stunning 7th floor offices in London's city, close to Liverpool Street and Moorgate train stations. We're a stone's throw from the Bank of England and a number of bars and restaurants, 5-minute walk from St Pauls Cathedral and shopping Centre. The office features a roof terrace with comfortable chairs and tables and you can enjoy our rather popular coffee machine, teas, biscuits, cans of drinks etc.

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