HR Generalist (Italian Speaking)

London Interim £35,000 - £40,000 per year View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Italian-speaking HR professional to join a growing global business on a 12-month maternity cover contract. Based in London, you'll play a key role in supporting HR operations across Europe, delivering expert payroll, recruitment, compliance, and employee support in a dynamic and people-focused environment.
  • Develop your HR career in a growing international organisation.
  • Gain broad HR exposure in a varied, autonomous regional role.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global business with a strong international presence and a reputation for innovation and growth. Operating across multiple regions, they offer employees the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment where autonomy and collaboration are highly valued.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage monthly payroll administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance for employees across Italy and assigned regions.
  • Provide end-to-end HR operational support throughout the employee lifecycle.
  • Support recruitment activities in partnership with local stakeholders and Talent Acquisition teams.
  • Coordinate onboarding and employee administration processes for new hires.
  • Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing practical advice and guidance to managers and employees.
  • Manage day-to-day low-level ER cases, escalating complex cases where appropriate.
  • Support compliance with local employment legislation, company policies, and HR best practices.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
  • Partner with regional managers to deliver effective HR solutions and support business objectives.
  • Assist with labour relations, absence management, and other HR operational activities.
  • Identify and resolve HR process gaps, driving continuous improvement across the function.
  • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple countries within a matrix organisation.



The Successful Applicant

The Successful Applicant Will:

  • Be fluent in both Italian and English (essential), with the confidence to support employees and stakeholders across Italy and the wider business.
  • Have previous experience in an HR Coordinator or, HR Generalist role with exposure to payroll and HR operations.
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR administration.
  • Be comfortable managing payroll processes and ensuring a high level of accuracy and compliance.
  • Have experience working within a fast-paced, multi-site, or international environment.
  • Be able to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of their workload.
  • Possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and support stakeholders at all levels.
  • Be proactive, solutions-focused, and confident in handling day-to-day HR queries and challenges.
  • Have strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Be comfortable learning new systems quickly and adapting to changing business needs.
  • Previous experience in a regulated environment would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000, depending on experience.
  • 12-month fixed-term contract with a well-established international organisation operating across 45+ countries.
  • A varied and hands-on HR role covering payroll, employee relations, recruitment, compliance, and HR operations.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment with the autonomy to manage your own workload.
  • Hybrid working arrangement, with 3 days per week in the London office and 2 days working from home.
  • The chance to develop broad HR generalist experience within a fast-paced and dynamic business.
  • Full training provided on the company's internal HR systems and processes.
  • The opportunity to make a real impact in a role where you will be a trusted HR partner to managers and employees across the region.
Contact
Imogen Stythe
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7067789
Phone number
+442072692138

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
HR Assistant
Sector
Financial Services
Where
London
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Imogen Stythe
Consultant phone
+442072692138
Job reference
JN-072026-7067789