Deputy Head of Human Resources in City of London

Job description

We’re Hiring: Deputy Head of Human Resources – Financial Services | London (On-Site, 5 Days a Week)

Are you an experienced HR leader with a background in financial services and a preference for structured, working environments? A prestigious and well-established international bank is seeking a Deputy Head of Human Resources for its UK branch, based in central London.

This is a senior-level role, working closely with the Co-Head of HR to develop and strengthen a high-integrity, regulation-aligned HR function. The organisation prides itself on its traditional, professional, and formal business culture, where high standards, discretion, and diligence are core values.

Please note: This is a full-time, on-site position (Monday to Friday), in a fully office-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR & Compliance

• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies and policies aligned with regulatory requirements and business objectives.
• Remain up to date with employment law and regulatory changes affecting HR in the financial sector.
• Provide independent, high-level HR advice to senior management on complex and sensitive matters.

Resourcing & Talent Management

• Support recruitment initiatives, advising hiring managers and contributing to selection decisions.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Provide guidance on disciplinary actions, performance issues, dispute resolution, and terminations.
• Support strategies to enhance employee engagement, morale, and organisational culture.

HR Planning & Budgeting

• Assist with the preparation and management of the annual HR budget in line with business planning.

Risk, Governance & Controls

• Ensure HR policies and practices meet GDPR, SMCR, and internal governance requirements.
• Monitor HR key risk indicators and participate in risk assessments and control attestations.

Candidate Profile

• Educated to degree level; CIPD qualification desirable.
• Significant HR leadership experience within UK banking or financial services.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and regulatory frameworks relevant to the sector.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a formal, traditional, and high-integrity business environment.
• Demonstrated success in managing change, delivering strategic HR initiatives, and influencing senior stakeholders.

This opportunity is ideal for a discreet, experienced, and polished HR professional who thrives in a structured, formal, and compliance-led environment. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-07-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English