Portfolio HR & Reward

The Opportunity Portfolio HR & Reward is partnering with a premier, data-driven global investment management firm to secure a Benefits Specialist for their growing team in London. This is a newly created position born out of continuous international business growth. Operating within a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment, this role offers an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious benefits professional to develop a truly international career. Initially, you will focus heavily on operational excellence and vendor management, with a clear trajectory over the next 12-18 months to lead on technology innovation and process improvement. A marquee project for the incoming specialist will be supporting the rollout of a brand-new global benefits platform. Key Responsibilities Support the day-to-day management and delivery of employee benefits programmes across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. Coordinate annual insurance renewals and manage relationships with external brokers and benefits vendors across the region. Act as a key project member for the upcoming global benefits platform implementation; maintain data accuracy across HRIS (Workday) and provider portals. Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits queries, delivering a high-touch, premium service. Identify opportunities to streamline administrative workflows, enhance communication strategies, and improve overall operational efficiency. Ensure all regional benefits programmes remain strictly compliant with localized regulatory requirements. What Our Client Is Looking For The hiring manager is seeking a dedicated benefits professional with approximately three to six years of experience who views reward and benefits as their long-term specialism. Experience working in-house within financial services, technology, or a fast-paced multinational corporate environment. Strong foundational knowledge of benefits operations, including enrolments, complex queries, renewals, and data reporting. Hands-on experience utilising benefits administration platforms or advanced HRIS networks (Workday exposure is highly advantageous). Prior exposure to managing benefits across multiple countries is a distinct advantage, though a genuine desire to learn EMEA frameworks is essential. A curious, proactive professional who enjoys taking ownership of tasks and thrives in an evolving, collaborative setting. What the Role Offers You Direct exposure to complex benefits structures across multiple EMEA countries. A pivotal role in a major global technology implementation project. A culture that values continuous learning, autonomy, and high performance. Fully paid, comprehensive safety-net clauses A clear progression pathway into strategic, innovation-led benefits management. 52171BR INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting an award-winning software business, that are currently seeking an Employement Law Officer to join them on a Permanent basis. This role will be based in Manchester, and is fully office based. The successful candidate will receive a salary between 30,000 to 33,000, with scope for earning additional money through commission. As a successful Employment Law Officer, you will be responsible for; Providing clear and accurate employment law advice to prospective clients via various methods including teams. Log all advice accurately on bespoke internal system, before handing over to the Advisory team Review documentation and provide advice around T&C's Participate in company internal training, employment law webinar sessions and any other ad hoc training opportunities The ideal Employment Law Officer will have experience in the following; Strong understanding and experience within HR / Employment Law Working knowledge of HR processes including capability, redundancy, grievances, TUPE etc. Commercially focussed and money motivated. If you are an employment law professional that is keen to work for a global, leading business and is immediately available - please apply for a confidential conversation. INDHRR 50605LGR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are partnered with a reputable professional services organisation who due to continued growth are looking for to recruit an Employee Benefits Consultant to work across a diverse, and exciting portfolio of clients. The role will involve: Client Consultation Engage with employers to understand their business objectives, culture, and employee needs. Analyse any existing benefit programmes and identify areas for improvement. Provide expert guidance on benefits strategy, including plan design, cost management, and compliance. We also want you to help shape the proposition going forward as detailed in Key accountabilities Key accountabilities: Benefits Programme Design and Implementation Develop tailored employee benefits packages that align with client requirements. Research and present suitable benefits providers, products, and services. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to implement benefits programmes effectively. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, such as pension auto-enrolment and GDPR. Communication and Education Create clear and engaging communication materials to educate employees about their benefits. Contribute to the overall marketing strategy of the department and commit to creating thought leadership work on behalf of the Employee Benefits Department. Conduct employee workshops, webinars, and presentations to explain benefits options and answer questions. Support Clients in Implementing Effective Employee Engagement Strategies Related to Benefits Programmes, Data Analysis and Reporting Collect and analyse relevant data, such as claims experience, utilisation rates, and employee feedback. Identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement within employee benefits programmes. Generate reports and provide insights to clients, enabling them to make data-driven decisions. Compliance and Regulatory Knowledge Stay up to date with relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Ensure benefits programmes comply with legal requirements, such as pension scheme regulations and their associated tax regulations. Guide clients on compliance matters and assist with audits and assessments, as needed. Skills & Experience Essential Degree educated in a human resource, business administration, financial services discipline, or a related field. Excellent listening skills. Be self-driven and pro-active. The ability to work effectively as part of a larger national team. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal. Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Proficiency in using benefits administration software and tools. 51921BR2 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are delighted to be partnering with a highly successful, well-established organisation that continues to experience significant growth and transformation. As a result, they are now seeking an experienced Head of Reward to join their People leadership team. This is a newly created, organically grown role that offers a rare opportunity to shape and develop the reward function, influence business-wide people strategy, and grow alongside an ambitious organisation with exciting plans for the future. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the People Director, the Head of Reward will lead the organisation's total reward strategy, ensuring pay, incentives and benefits support business performance, attract and retain top talent, and enhance the overall employee experience. As the subject matter expert for Reward, you will take ownership of the full reward agenda, from salary frameworks and incentive schemes to benefits, governance and executive reporting. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across People, Finance and Payroll, providing strategic insight and data-driven recommendations that influence key business decisions. Key areas of responsibility include: Leading the organisation's reward strategy, ensuring compensation, incentives and benefits align with business objectives and support talent attraction and retention. Owning the annual reward cycle, including salary reviews, bonus and commission schemes, share plans and benefits renewals. Developing and maintaining reward frameworks, benchmarking and governance processes to ensure fair, competitive and compliant reward practices. Partnering with senior stakeholders across People, Finance and Payroll to provide reward insight, market intelligence and strategic recommendations. Driving reward integration across acquisitions while leading key governance activities, including gender pay gap reporting, pay transparency initiatives and remuneration committee support. Requirements Extensive Reward leadership experience gained within a complex, fast-paced organisation. Hands-on experience managing share schemes, bonus and commission structures, and employee benefits programmes. Strong technical knowledge of UK reward legislation, governance and compliance requirements. Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing organisation at an exciting stage of its journey. You'll have the autonomy to shape and evolve the reward function, work closely with senior leadership, and play a pivotal role in delivering a reward strategy that supports both business success and employee engagement. 51748BR2 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

People & Culture Advisor Location: North-West London - On-site Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: 40,000 - 42,000 per annum + car allowance Travel: Occasional travel to other company sites Are you a proactive HR professional with a strong foundation in Employee Relations and an upbeat, energetic approach? We are working with a construction company looking for a People & Culture Advisor to join a small, collaborative HR team in North-West London. Our client values practical, hands-on action over high-tech automation. If you are comfortable working in a grounded environment where building real relationships matters more than AI tools, you will thrive here. The Role As our P&C Advisor, you will be the go-to contact for line managers, providing confident guidance, coaching, and mentoring on HR processes. Leading disciplinary investigations, grievances, short-term/long-term sickness cases, and probationary reviews. Drafting well-reasoned, effective outcome letters and communicating clearly with colleagues via phone and email. Assisting with general HR admin, contract generation, and processing maternity/paternity paperwork to support the team during leave or peak periods. Contributing to the maintenance and update of company HR policies. Experience Strong ER knowledge, handling disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management cases from start to finish. Confident building relationships with managers, offering robust advice, and writing high-quality professional correspondence. Highly organised and able to easily prioritises tasks in a busy environment. Desirable Experience Experience with TUPE or redundancies is an advantage, but not essential. Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension Contributions Private Health Cover Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 52055CW INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Dayforce Analyst Portfolio are delighted to represent our client in their search for a Dayforce Analyst. Our client is a people-first organisation with a collaborative culture, committed to supporting practices, people and communities to thrive. The Dayforce Analyst will be joining the growing HR systems team, helping to deliver a reliable, user-friendly experience across the Dayforce platform. As part of our client's growing team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the Dayforce system, focusing on Core and Talent modules. Working closely with the People team and various stakeholders, you will ensure that the system meets the evolving needs of the organisation. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Point of contact for Dayforce queries Manage and resolve support tickets Troubleshoot issues and provide solutions Support BAU operations across Core HR and Talent Maintain data accuracy and system audits Assist with configuration updates Support Talent modules (performance, onboarding) Maintain Core HR structures and employee data Required skills and experience include, but not limited to: Experience in the Dayforce system and strong HR systems understanding Fluent English plus must also speak, read and write one of the following: Italian, German, Spanish, French, Dutch, or Portuguese For more information on this exciting role, please get in touch to discuss further. 52035MSW INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

People Operations Manager Enfield, 55k FTC 12 months Portfolio Group are delighted to be working with a fantastic client who are looking for a People Operations Manager, on a 12-month contract based in Enfield (3 days per week) and Welwyn Garden City (1-2 days per week) You will lead and deliver the operational and strategic delivery of all People and HR services across the organisation. This role ensures that people processes, policies, and systems are effective, compliant, and aligned to business objectives, supporting a high-performing, engaged, and legally compliant workforce. You will act as subject matter expert for People Operations, workforce governance, and employee relations, whilst driving continuous improvement across People Services. Responsibilities include: Workforce planning and organisational structuring support Recruitment operations and onboarding governance Employee relations and case management Policy development, implementation and adherence Compensation and benefits administration HR systems, data management and reporting Attendance, absence and performance administration Compliance, audit readiness and employment legislation Contractor and supplier workforce governance (where applicable) Employee engagement operational delivery Offboarding and exit management Process improvement and efficiency initiatives If you'd like to find out more about this exciting role, please don't hesitate to get in touch. 51487MSW INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

The Portfolio group are proud to be supporting a fantastic client in Huddersfield, seeking a Payroll & HR Officer to join their team on a 6 month FTC. Salary - 26,000 - 28,000 Hybrid working - 3 days on site, 2 days WFH The role is a great opportunity for someone with junior experience in both fields, to develop within a larger business. Key duties of the role include; Basic payroll administration duties - hands on experience is ideal Processing onboarding documents Updating systems You must be able to commit to the full 6 months, and be pro active in your approach. You must have good payroll knowledge including around tax laws, which will be tested at interview. If you are immediately available and feel you have this experience, please apply for more information. 51410LGR1 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Senior HR Advisor - Nottingham - £35k - £42k Portfolio are delighted to represent our client in their search for a Senior HR Advisor. This is a thriving, well-established technology organisation who has gone from strength to strength for over 40 years. They have expanded their business to successfully open new offices nationally, and they have consistently won awards over the past 10 years. This is a fast-paced, commercial organisation who looks for dynamic individuals to embody their values, develop, and grow with them in the long term. Supporting your colleagues in the well-established HR team, you will be responsible for delivering a high standard of HR support, advice and guidance across inductions, training, employee relations, policy queries, and general HR processes. In addition, you will act as a trusted point of contact for HR matters, the role contributes to employee relations, onboarding, development, and engagement, while playing an important role within the wider HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity where you'll have the chance to make a real impact on both current and upcoming projects and programmes for the organisation. Responsibilities include: Act as a trusted HR partner, providing expert advice and guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation. Provide HR support across inductions, onboarding and training coordination. Manage a range of employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, performance concerns and absence management, ensuring timely, fair and legally compliant resolution. Coach and support line managers to develop their capability, confidence and consistency in people management. Maintain accurate HR data and ensure compliance with confidentiality and security protocols. Support the development and improvement of HR policies, practices and processes, ensuring they remain aligned with legislation and evolving business needs. Contribute to HR projects and initiatives, including employee engagement, well-being, diversity and inclusion, organisation culture and HR process improvement. Conduct routine meetings with managers to provide proactive HR advice and guidance. Provide HR advisory support to our remote colleagues as needed, whether delivered remotely or through occasional / regular onsite visits. Ensure consistent application of all HR policies, processes and standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and BSI frameworks. Keep up to date with changes in UK employment law and ensure business practices remain compliant. Required skills and experience include, but not limited to: A Levels (or equivalent Level 3 qualification) Business related degree such as HR, Business Management, Psychology or Law Proven experience in an HR Advisor role, ideally in a fast-paced environment. Experience using HRIS platforms (e.g., Moorepay) or ITSM style systems. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in HR documentation and record keeping. Experience providing HR advisory support across multiple sites. Ability to coach managers and influence positive people practices. High degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion. For more information on this exciting role, please get in touch to discuss further. 51641MSW INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are currently recruiting for a People Operations Manager to join our client on a 12-month fixed-term contract . We are looking for a seasoned professional who can balance strategic oversight with the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality HR service. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Services, you will lead a dedicated team of three-comprising a People Operations Advisor, Assistant, and Coordinator. This role is split between Enfield (3 days) and Welwyn Garden City (1-2 days), making it an ideal move for a leader who enjoys being visible across sites and driving a consistent, high-standard employee experience. The Role As the subject matter expert for all things People Operations, you will oversee the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring that recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes are seamless and compliant. A significant part of your remit will involve managing complex employee relations cases, providing pragmatic guidance to managers, and ensuring risks are appropriately handled. You will also take ownership of HR data and systems, using analytics to create meaningful dashboards that help senior leadership make informed business decisions. Key Responsibilities Operations & Strategy: Developing scalable HR processes and driving continuous improvement across all systems and workflows. Employee Relations: Managing disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes while coaching managers on best practice. Policy & Governance: Maintaining and reviewing HR policies to ensure the business stays ahead of employment law and audit requirements. Reward & Benefits: Supporting the administration of reward programmes and ensuring payroll inputs and benefit enrolments are accurate. Workforce Planning: Partnering with business leaders to support organisational structuring and contingent labour governance. What you will bring We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in a People Operations or HR leadership role, ideally within a fast-paced or multi-site environment. You should hold a minimum of a Level 5 CIPD qualification and possess a strong technical understanding of UK employment law. Beyond the technical skills, you will need to be a relationship-oriented problem solver who is comfortable working both strategically and operationally. If you are a proactive HR professional who enjoys professionalising services and leading a team through a 12-month assignment, I would love to discuss this with you. 45891BRR1 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting our well known client in York, who are seeking a HR TUPE Specialist, to join their team on a 6-9 month fixed term contract. The right candidate will be joining the team during a recently exciting period of change. The role is paying 40,000 and you will be required to attend the office 2 days per week. Key duties of the role include: Coordinate and support with the delivery of the transition project, working to project deadlines Extracting, reviewing and validating employee data from HR & Payroll systems Prepare and validate employee liability information Identify and rectify risks and dependencies TUPE experience and strong organisational skills are a must here to succeed in this role. If you are available to start ASAP with TUPE experience, please apply for more information! 51316LG INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Talent and HR Business Partner - Lancashire - £36k - £46k Portfolio are delighted to represent our client in their search for a Talent and HR Business Partner. The company is a leader in the manufacturing of various products, with factories across Europe, Asia and America. They have a big focus on their values, ensuring they are embedded into the core of what they do across the whole organisation. As a family-owned business, our client has been developing and growing over the past 40 years, with a clear vision for the future. Supporting your colleagues in the HR team, you will be responsible for attracting and retaining talent, providing a strong end-to-end recruitment process whilst supporting the employer brand. In addition, you will provide practical and informed HR and people advice to directors, managers and leaders. A fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping talent attraction and management, whilst being a key part of the people agenda, this is an exciting role where you'll have the chance to make a real impact on the day-to-day and strategic goals of the business. Responsibilities include: Lead end to end recruitment and onboarding, ensuring a smooth and positive experience for candidates and new starters. Work closely with managers and leaders to understand current and future hiring needs. Build and maintain strong talent pipelines using a range of sourcing methods. Develop job adverts and attraction approaches that reflect and strengthen our employer brand. Manage recruitment channels and agencies to ensure cost effective hiring. Support hiring managers through the full recruitment process, including shortlisting, interviews and offers. Ensure a consistent and fair selection process, including the use of assessment tools where needed. Maintain clear and timely communication with candidates throughout the recruitment journey. Oversee onboarding and induction, helping new starters settle in and add value quickly. Provide practical, day to day HR advice and support to managers and leaders. Coach and guide managers on people management, performance and employee relations matters. Support the delivery of people plans that improve engagement, performance and team effectiveness. Lead key people processes such as performance reviews and succession planning. Use recruitment and people data to identify trends and support better decision making. Support employee engagement activity and help turn feedback into meaningful action. Contribute to the development of early careers pathways, including apprenticeships. Support change initiatives and help embed a positive, values led culture. Required skills and experience include: Demonstrable experience in a Talent Acquisition, HR or blended TA/HR role. (Essential) CIPD qualification or equivalent experience. (Desirable) Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills. Good commercial awareness and understanding of business priorities. Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to influence, advise and build credibility with managers and leaders. Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform decisions. Sound understanding of employment law and HR best practice. Experience of recruitment and candidate sourcing. Well organised and able to manage multiple priorities. Attention to detail and a structured approach to work. Proactive and self-motivated, with a hands-on approach. Continuous improvement mindset, open to new ideas and ways of working. Good awareness of the wider business environment and external trends. Benefits Enhanced holidays - 33 days leave or pro-rata equivalent for all employees Minimum 6% employer contribution Healthcare cash plan Discounted gym membership Cycle to work scheme Mental health support Learning and development - in-depth training, and a minimum of 5 days development per year for all staff Annual profit share Holiday purchase scheme If this role is of interest, please get in touch to discuss further. 51640MSW INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

HR Operations Lead Central London £65,000 - £70,000 Are you an HR Operations professional who thrives on turning complex processes into slick, automated workflows? We're partnering with a leading, fast-paced global media organisation to appoint an HR Operations Lead, a confidential opportunity within a highly recognisable business that reaches millions of people worldwide. This is a role for someone who doesn't just follow "the way it's always been done," but actively looks to challenge, simplify, and digitally optimise the employee experience. The Opportunity Sitting at the heart of the HR function, you'll act as the architect of operational excellence, overseeing the full employee lifecycle and ensuring every touchpoint, from onboarding to global mobility, is seamless, efficient, and data driven. You'll work closely with HR leadership and shared services teams to enhance processes, improve data integrity, and elevate service delivery across a complex, high-volume environment. How You'll Make an Impact Process Pioneer Continuously review and streamline HR processes Drive automation and standardisation across systems and workflows Data Guardian Own the accuracy and integrity of HR data Run audits, validation reports, and resolve inconsistencies Shared Services Partner Collaborate closely with HR shared services to improve delivery and efficiency Implement best-in-class operational practices People Experience Driver Manage onboarding and exit surveys, turning feedback into actionable insights Support employee engagement initiatives across the business Global Mobility Lead Oversee and triage global mobility cases Partner with external vendors to ensure smooth international transitions CSR & Governance Manage CSR initiatives and budgets Ensure compliance with GDPR and data governance standards What You'll Bring Proven experience in an HR Operations or Shared Services environment Strong track record of process improvement and digital optimisation High attention to detail, particularly across data and reporting Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Strong systems knowledge (Workday or similar HRIS) Advanced Excel / data analysis skills (dashboards, reporting, insights) Ability to challenge existing processes and implement practical solutions Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear insights Exposure to global mobility processes (desirable) Why Join? Join a high-profile, global organisation with a large and diverse workforce Play a key role in transforming HR operations and service delivery Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking HR function Opportunity to drive real impact across systems, processes, and employee experience Be part of a business committed to diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement If you're an HR Operations professional looking to take ownership of a transformational role within a complex, fast-moving environment, I'd love to speak with you. 51414BRR1 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting a thriving business in Knutsford, seeking a People & Culture Advisor to join them on a temporary basis until January 2027! The role is offering a pay of up to £153 per day (PAYE) / £200 per day via umbrella Reporting in to the Director of People & Culture, the main duties of the role include; Provide commercially-focused guidance to managers on employee relations matters, including conduct, capability, grievances, and flexible working arrangements. Build and maintain strong partnerships with people managers to ensure compliant HR practices. Coach and upskill line managers on conducting investigations, disciplinary hearings, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs). Manage the end-to-end process for statutory and company leave entitlements (maternity, paternity, parental, emergency) and flexible working requests, ensuring policy compliance, accurate documentation, and timely payroll notification. Manage complex Long-Term Sickness (LTS) and Occupational Health cases, acting as the primary liaison between employees, line managers, Health & Safety, Centres of Excellence (CoEs), and external partners 1 . Advise and coach line managers on handling persistent short-term and complex long-term absence cases to ensure compliance and support employee return-to-work 2 . Analyse monthly absence reports to identify trends, communicating insights to leadership and driving action plans to improve team attendance rates The ideal candidate for this position will be a HR Generalist, with proven experience of providing commercial focused guidance around Employee relations, obtain a CIPD qualification, and evident their ability to deliver advice to first line management. If this role sounds like it's for you, please apply for a confidential conversation around your experience! 51590LG INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to find their next Reward Specialist for the UK & Ireland. We are looking for a talented individual to step into this key role and help shape a truly exceptional employee experience . Reward Specialist: The Architect of Appreciation (UK and Ireland) Are you a data wizard with a heart for people? Do you believe that reward is about more than just a paycheque-it is about making work feel worth it? We are looking for a brilliant Reward Specialist to join a vibrant HR family. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about crafting an employee experience that shines. If you love balancing analytical precision with a passion for wellbeing and fair play, we want to meet you. The Magic You Will Create As the UK and Ireland Reward Guru, you will be the heartbeat of Compensation and Benefits. You won't just manage programmes; you will nurture them. Benefit Brilliance: You will lead the charge on everything from pensions and medical insurance to exciting DEI and Wellbeing initiatives. The Insights Engine: You will dive deep into data to provide the lightbulb moments that help the leadership team make great decisions. The Bridge Builder: You will be the friendly face connecting HR, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring external partners are delivering the best for the people. Champion of Fairness: From Gender Pay Gap reporting to pay transparency, you will be a key player in making sure the organisation stays ethical, competitive, and inclusive. Moderniser: Help sprinkle some digital magic on reward systems to make everything smoother for everyone. Why You Are The Perfect Match You are a rare find-someone who loves the why as much as the how. You are likely to be: A Reward Aficionado: You know the UK and Ireland landscape like the back of your hand, from insurance renewals to the nuances of pensions. An Excel Artist: You don't just use spreadsheets; you make them sing. Turning complex data into clear, beautiful stories is your superpower. Financially Savvy: You are comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and invoices. You have a keen eye for detail that ensures every penny is perfectly placed. A People Person: You can translate technical reward speak into human for managers and employees. The Ultimate Collaborator: You thrive in a team where ideas are shared and everyone's voice matters. Ready to Level Up? If you have experience with job evaluation methodologies and a knack for systems like SuccessFactors, you are already top of the list. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented soul who wants to make a real impact on how people feel valued every single day. 51073BRR2 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

People Operations Manager Enfield, 55k FTC 12 months Portfolio Group are delighted to be working with a fantastic client who are looking for a People Operations Manager, on a 12-month contract based in Enfield (3 days per week) and Welwyn Garden City (1-2 days per week) You will lead and deliver the operational and strategic delivery of all People and HR services across the organisation. This role ensures that people processes, policies, and systems are effective, compliant, and aligned to business objectives, supporting a high-performing, engaged, and legally compliant workforce. You will act as subject matter expert for People Operations, workforce governance, and employee relations, whilst driving continuous improvement across People Services. Responsibilities include: Workforce planning and organisational structuring support Recruitment operations and onboarding governance Employee relations and case management Policy development, implementation and adherence Compensation and benefits administration HR systems, data management and reporting Attendance, absence and performance administration Compliance, audit readiness and employment legislation Contractor and supplier workforce governance (where applicable) Employee engagement operational delivery Offboarding and exit management Process improvement and efficiency initiatives If you'd like to find out more about this exciting role, please don't hesitate to get in touch. 51487MSW INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to find their next Reward Specialist for the UK & Ireland. We are looking for a talented individual to step into this key role and help shape a truly exceptional employee experience . Reward Specialist: The Architect of Appreciation (UK and Ireland) Are you a data wizard with a heart for people? Do you believe that reward is about more than just a paycheque-it is about making work feel worth it? We are looking for a brilliant Reward Specialist to join a vibrant HR family. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about crafting an employee experience that shines. If you love balancing analytical precision with a passion for wellbeing and fair play, we want to meet you. The Magic You Will Create As the UK and Ireland Reward Guru, you will be the heartbeat of Compensation and Benefits. You won't just manage programmes; you will nurture them. Benefit Brilliance: You will lead the charge on everything from pensions and medical insurance to exciting DEI and Wellbeing initiatives. The Insights Engine: You will dive deep into data to provide the lightbulb moments that help the leadership team make great decisions. The Bridge Builder: You will be the friendly face connecting HR, Finance, and Payroll, ensuring external partners are delivering the best for the people. Champion of Fairness: From Gender Pay Gap reporting to pay transparency, you will be a key player in making sure the organisation stays ethical, competitive, and inclusive. Moderniser: Help sprinkle some digital magic on reward systems to make everything smoother for everyone. Why You Are The Perfect Match You are a rare find-someone who loves the why as much as the how. You are likely to be: A Reward Aficionado: You know the UK and Ireland landscape like the back of your hand, from insurance renewals to the nuances of pensions. An Excel Artist: You don't just use spreadsheets; you make them sing. Turning complex data into clear, beautiful stories is your superpower. Financially Savvy: You are comfortable with budgets, forecasts, and invoices. You have a keen eye for detail that ensures every penny is perfectly placed. A People Person: You can translate technical reward speak into human for managers and employees. The Ultimate Collaborator: You thrive in a team where ideas are shared and everyone's voice matters. Ready to Level Up? If you have experience with job evaluation methodologies and a knack for systems like SuccessFactors, you are already top of the list. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented soul who wants to make a real impact on how people feel valued every single day. 51073BRR2 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

The Portfolio group are proud to be supporting a fantastic client in Huddersfield, seeking a Payroll & HR Officer to join their team on a 6 month FTC. Salary - 26,000 - 28,000 Hybrid working - 3 days on site, 2 days WFH The role is a great opportunity for someone with junior experience in both fields, to develop within a larger business. Key duties of the role include; Basic payroll administration duties - hands on experience is ideal Processing onboarding documents Updating systems You must be able to commit to the full 6 months, and be pro active in your approach. You must have good payroll knowledge including around tax laws, which will be tested at interview. If you are immediately available and feel you have this experience, please apply for more information. 51410LGR1 INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting a fantastic client in central Manchester, seeking an Employment Law Advisor to join their team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate will have strong employment law knowledge and be comfortable speaking with prospective clients via teams. Working Arrangement - 5 days on site Salary - 30,000 to 31,000 Working hours - 40 - across Monday to Friday, and 1 in every 4 Saturdays (10am - 2pm) Key duties of the role include; To ensure that personal knowledge of HR and Employment Law and best practice is continually updated. To achieve the standards set within the performance framework to support all BDMs generate deals by answering incoming enquiries showcasing the service with a commercial edge, without resolving the matter fully. To proactively review BDM diaries, complete TLA's and provide guidance and support in a succinct and commercially driven manner. To build relationships with BDMs in order to increase trust and use of the service. To critique prospective clients' documents to provide a report for BDMs to use as a sales tool. To actively own cases to resolution or where appropriate manage the transition and handover to an advisor, building rapport and relationships with clients on each interaction. To log all advice accurately onto the bespoke internal system, taking ownership and responsibility for ongoing cases. To provide clients with supporting information/documentation to assist them in the advice provided where applicable. To refer to Company internal training and legal updates to ensure that advice provided is compliant with our services. To record contacts with BDMs to aid reporting to Management. To follow internal protocols for managing and escalating cases where applicable. To convert new client accounts into the CANs ensuring the necessary updates on the Salesforce system are added. To attend the company sales and advice conference and any training when required. To offer the clients options regarding the take up of other products we provide and make such recommendations accordingly. To present internal training/buzz sessions and external webinars. To help to develop the New Business Support Team. To carry out other tasks that are deemed necessary by the Management Team In return, you will receive some fantastic benefits including; Enhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years' service and 28 after 5 years' service Private health care cover after 5 years' service New business referral scheme Access to Health Shield Access to the EAP service Refer a friend scheme Paid birthday leave Pension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years' service and again to 7% after 7 years' service Group life insurance Eye care contribution Free fruit (office-based staff) Travel Season Ticket loan scheme Milestone recognition Discounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements Pace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments Park Inn 20% off food and drink On site Gym If this role is of interest, please apply for a confidential conversation. 50605LG INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Portfolio HR & Reward are supporting our well known client in York, who are seeking a HR TUPE Specialist, to join their team on a 6-9 month fixed term contract. The right candidate will be joining the team during a recently exciting period of change. The role is paying 40,000 and you will be required to attend the office 2 days per week. Key duties of the role include: Coordinate and support with the delivery of the transition project, working to project deadlines Extracting, reviewing and validating employee data from HR & Payroll systems Prepare and validate employee liability information Identify and rectify risks and dependencies TUPE experience and strong organisational skills are a must here to succeed in this role. If you are available to start ASAP with TUPE experience, please apply for more information! 51316LG INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.