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  Learning and Development Business Partner  

  Oakleaf

  [permanent] - City of London

  Posted: 22/12/2025

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  Learning and Development Business Partner circa £60,000 + 5-10% Disc... Read More

  Learning and Development Business Partner circa £60,000 + 5-10% Discretionary bonus Permanent Hybrid ASAP start City of London My client is seeking a skilled and hands-on Learning & Organisational Development (L&OD) Partner to design, deliver, and evaluate impactful learning initiatives that build capability and foster a culture of continuous development. This role is ideal for someone who can combine practical delivery with strategic input, creating engaging in-house programmes while supporting talent, succession, and leadership strategies that align with wider organisational goals. About the Role Reporting to the Organisational Capability Manager, you will play a key part in delivering learning solutions that shape culture, strengthen leadership capability, and support long-term workforce needs. Your responsibilities will include: Learning Design & Delivery Design, deliver, and evaluate in-house learning programmes, particularly in management and leadership development. Act as a generalist L&D practitioner, supporting a variety of development needs. Facilitate workshops, training sessions, coaching interventions, and onboarding programmes. Talent & Succession Collaborate with People Partners to align learning with succession planning and career progression strategies. Support apprenticeship programmes, mentoring, and other experiential learning initiatives. Contribute to building organisational capability through tailored development solutions. Culture & Inclusion Champion Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) through inclusive and values-led learning interventions. Foster a learning culture that promotes curiosity, engagement, and continuous improvement. Role model compassionate, authentic leadership in everything you deliver. Innovation & Evaluation Monitor and evaluate programme impact using feedback and data to drive improvements. Stay current with emerging L&D and OD trends, technologies, and methodologies. Apply insights to enhance learning practice and employee experience. About You To thrive in this role, you will bring: Experience designing and delivering internal learning programmes, with a strong focus on management and leadership development. Strong facilitation, coaching, and communication skills. Confidence working across the full L&D/OD cycle – from needs analysis to evaluation. Knowledge of digital learning tools and LMS platforms. Experience supporting succession and talent development strategies. A curious mindset and passion for continuous learning and innovation. Ability to adapt and collaborate across teams in a dynamic environment. CIPD L&D or OD qualification (or equivalent) Read Less

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  Reward Specialist  

  Oakleaf

  [permanent] - Cambridge

  Posted: 18/12/2025

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  Reward SpecialistMilton Keynes – Hybrid Permanent Salary – Competiti... Read More

  Reward Specialist
  Milton Keynes – Hybrid Permanent Salary – Competitive I am delighted to be partnering with a large car dealership to recruit a passionate and driven Reward Specialist to join their dynamic HR team. This is a pivotal role working closely with the Head of Reward, where you will play a key part in delivering reward strategies that attract, motivate and retain top-tier talent. You will ensure reward practices are competitive, fair and aligned to business objectives, helping employees feel valued and supported across the organisation. The Role As Reward Specialist, you will take ownership of a broad and impactful reward agenda, including – Leading the development and implementation of reward projects, programmes and policies – Conducting market benchmarking and salary reviews to ensure ongoing competitiveness – Designing and reviewing incentive schemes, bonus structures and long-term reward programmes – Leading the annual pay review proces – Managing and reviewing UK employee benefits, including pensions, health insurance and wider benefits offerings – Ensuring compliance with UK legislation, reward regulations and corporate governance requirements – Acting as a subject matter expert, advising HR and senior stakeholders on all reward-related matters – Leading reward communications and effectively engaging employees – Responding to reward-related queries from employees and stakeholders – Collaborating closely with HR and the wider business to align reward strategy with overall business goals – Optimising the reward data hub and streamlining processes carried out by HR Analysts – Analysing reward data and producing detailed, insightful reports for leadership About You I am looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: -A Bachelor’s degree in HR or a related discipline -CIPD qualification or equivalent hands-on reward experience -Proven experience in a UK-based reward role, ideally within a corporate or large-scale environment -Strong experience in market benchmarking and job evaluation -Experience reviewing and managing incentive schemes
  -Solid experience managing UK employee benefits programmes – Up-to-date knowledge of UK employee benefits legislation and reward regulations – Good working knowledge of UK employment law – Strong analytical and numerical capability with excellent attention to detail – Confident communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders – Experience using HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office suite – Credibility, authority and the confidence to lead within a specialist reward function – Excellent organisational and project management skills If this sounds like the next opportunity in your career please apply here. Read Less

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  ER Specialist 6-Month FTC  

  Oakleaf

  [temporary] - City of London

  Posted: 14/12/2025

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  Employee Relations Specialist Location: City of London, 4x days onsite... Read More

  Employee Relations Specialist
  Location: City of London, 4x days onsite (potential for 3x)
  Contract: 6-Months (FTC)
  Salary: Up to £65,000 A leading and well-respected national business is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join their team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the business through a high volume of complex employee relations (ER) cases, providing expert guidance and ensuring best practice is consistently applied. Key Responsibilities: Manage a high ER case load of up to 30 cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, and absence management. Provide clear, commercially focused advice to managers and senior stakeholders. Ensure all ER processes are legally compliant and aligned with company policy. Build effective relationships with leaders to proactively mitigate ER risks. Support continuous improvement of ER practices and processes. About You: Proven track record as an Employee Relations Business Partner, ER Specialist, or similar role. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practice HR policies. Ability to manage a high volume of complex cases in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Experience within healthcare, public sector, or similarly regulated environment is desirable. Read Less

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  Payroll Specialist  

  Oakleaf

  [permanent] - London

  Posted: 08/12/2025

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  Payroll Specialist – Perm – Hybrid – London – up to £40,000 per annum... Read More

  Payroll Specialist – Perm – Hybrid – London – up to £40,000 per annum Oakleaf Partnership is delighted to be exclusively partnered with a healthcare company, looking for a Payroll Specialist, on a permanent basis. The detail oriented Payroll Specialist will take full ownership of payroll operations, responsible for managing end to end payroll for approximately 250 employees, including bi-weekly and monthly pay runs. The position requires strong technical payroll knowledge, excellent time management skills, and the ability to work confidently and independently in a fast-paced environment. This role is on a hybrid basis consisting of 3 days in their London office. The Payroll Specialist will be assisting/overseeing duties such as: Manage end to end payroll processing for bi-weekly and monthly pay, for 250 employees. Perform manual payroll calculations when required, including adjustments, corrections, and complex scenarios. Process overtime, allowances, deductions, and leave in compliance with company policies and healthcare sector requirements. Prepare and post payroll journals and reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts. Ensure accuracy in employee data, new starters, terminations, and contract changes. Lead and support change management activities related to payroll system updates, process improvements, and organizational changes. Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, awards, EBAs, and regulatory requirements. Act as the primary point of contact for payroll queries, providing timely and professional support to employees and managers. Produce payroll reports for finance, HR, and management as needed. Key Skills: Min 3-5 years of experience working within Payroll ADP Payroll would be beneficial Ability to effectively manage personal workload, including understanding priorities, delivering to tight timelines and managing customer expectations. Able to work in a complex structure, fast-paced environment that constantly evolves and has a can do attitude Analytically driven and responsible for creating innovative solutions to support the business Highly organised, able to work to tight deadlines, and comfortable in a fast paced environment Excellent communication skills Read Less

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  In-House Recruiter  

  Oakleaf

  [temporary] - London

  Posted: 08/12/2025

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  In-House Recruiter (3-Month FTC) Location: Paddington, London; hybrid,... Read More

  In-House Recruiter (3-Month FTC) Location: Paddington, London; hybrid, 3x days a week
  Salary: Up to £42,500 (pro rata)
  Contract: 3-month Fixed-Term Contract
  Industry: Luxury Travel About the Business A leading luxury travel company based in Paddington is seeking an experienced In-House Recruiter to join the business on a 3-month fixed-term contract. The Role The successful candidate will take sole responsibility for managing the end-to-end recruitment process across multiple business functions based UK wide. Acting as the internal recruitment partner, they will work closely with hiring managers to ensure a seamless hiring process and an outstanding candidate experience. Key Responsibilities Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role briefing through to offer stage across all departments Partner with hiring managers to understand resource needs and provide market insight Proactively source candidates using job boards, LinkedIn, and direct sourcing methods Screen and interview candidates, providing detailed shortlists and recommendations Maintain clear and professional communication with candidates throughout the process Coordinate interviews and support the offer process through to onboarding handover Provide regular recruitment updates and reporting to stakeholders Support employer branding initiatives as required Candidate Profile Previous experience in an in-house or recruitment agency environment Ability to manage multiple vacancies across different business areas Strong sourcing, communication, and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with the ability to work independently Experience within luxury travel, hospitality, retail, or a similar sector is beneficial but not essential What’s Offered Salary up to £42,500 (pro rata) 3-month fixed-term contract Opportunity to work with a premium luxury brand Central Paddington location Supportive and collaborative working environment This role would suit a recruiter who enjoys autonomy, variety, and delivering high-quality recruitment solutions in a fast-paced setting. Read Less

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  HR Generalist  

  Oakleaf

  [temporary permanent] - City of London

  Posted: 08/12/2025

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  Our client, a boutique international investment bank, is seeking an HR... Read More

  Our client, a boutique international investment bank, is seeking an HR Generalist to join their small London office on a 6 month fixed-term contract with the potential longer term. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a broad generalist remit while supporting a diverse European population. Key Responsibilities Deliver end-to-end HR support across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and year-end processes. Manage performance-related matters such as PIPs, grievances and day-to-day employee relations issues. Provide guidance on UK employment law and ensure compliance across HR activity. Support monthly payroll activities and administer employee benefits. Review, update and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employment contracts. Carry out essential HR administrative work throughout the employee lifecycle including onboarding/offboarding. Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across the UK and Europe, including Luxembourg, Madrid and Lisbon. The Profile: Proven experience in an HR Generalist role, ideally within a boutique financial services or a similar fast-paced corporate environment. Strong understanding of UK and European employment law and HR best practice. Confident communicator with the ability to work autonomously and build trusted relationships with stakeholders across multiple locations. This is a hands on role working in a small collaborative team where you will be able to make an impact and shape the HR agenda, perfect for someone looking to roll up their sleeves and get exposure across the full people remit. Hybrid working available in Central London. Read Less

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  Professional Development Manager  

  Oakleaf

  [permanent] - City of London

  Posted: 07/12/2025

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  Professional Development Manager Global Law firm City of London (4 day... Read More

  Professional Development Manager Global Law firm City of London (4 days in office / 1 day WFH) Permanent £90,000 + bonus I am partnering with a leading international Law firm, in their search for a newly created Professional Development Manager to join their London office. This role will lead the development of business professionals across Europe and Asia Pacific, while also supporting lawyer development initiatives in the APAC region. This is a strategic and hands-on opportunity within a high-performing global Learning & Development function. You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders worldwide to design, deliver and enhance learning experiences that strengthen capability, engagement and high-performance culture across the firm. Responsibilities: Partner with stakeholders across the region to assess capability needs and identify skills gaps. Design engaging learning solutions using best practices in adult learning and instructional design. Develop a range of learning formats, including virtual and in-person training, blended programmes, on-demand content, simulations and assessments. Facilitate select programmes to support professional and team development. Support the strategic direction of lawyer development in APAC and oversee compliance tracking (including regional CPD requirements). Coordinate the preparation and submission of materials needed for programme accreditation. Lead programme implementation, managing timelines, deliverables and communication plans. Analyse feedback and data to measure impact and recommend enhancements. Continuously refresh and update learning materials to reflect current trends and business needs. Collaborate with external consultants and subject-matter experts to deliver tailored solutions. Skills: Degree-level education and 4+ years’ experience in designing and delivering L&D programmes. Experience in a large law firm or international professional services environment. Strong consulting skills with the ability to understand needs and influence stakeholders. Experience supporting training or professional development within a professional services setting, ideally including lawyers. Read Less

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  Senior HR Manager – Asset Management  

  Oakleaf

  [permanent] - City of London

  Posted: 07/12/2025

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  A new Snr HR Manager role is now available within a City based Asset M... Read More

  A new Snr HR Manager role is now available within a City based Asset Manager. The role has just been created through organic growth and the high demand from the business for first class HR solutions. Reporting directly into the HRD you will be managing one individual and working within a highly collegiate team who have a wonderful chemistry/dynamic between them. You will compliment and add value to both the team and business. The role has a broad generalist remit – covering the full employee lifecycle. The will include everything from talent acquisition, performance management, high level ER (lower level is dealt with by your team members), remuneration, reporting, committee representation and will be a mix of both hands on operational HR as well as strategic involvement. There are also operational elements of the role such as anything regulatory, SMCR, IR35 and any new regulatory matters that come to light. You will also be looking at processes and the way they do things and seeing if there are improvements and better ways of doing things. On top of this you also have the team management elements – guiding, motivating, developing, empowering and ensuring the team are engaged and providing the business with a high quality, customer centric service. We are looking for candidates with strong HR generalist experience within a Financial Services business. Proven management skills are also a necessity. A mixed background of generalist, projects and some technical elements of HR will compliment this role perfectly. Candidates will need to be team centric yet able to operate autonomously and be able to liaise with all levels within the business particularly senior staff/leadership. Read Less

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  Senior HRBP  

  Oakleaf

  [temporary] - Southampton

  Posted: 07/12/2025

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  Senior HR Business Partner – Cardiff 12-14 month Fixed Term Contract... Read More

  Senior HR Business Partner – Cardiff 12-14 month Fixed Term Contract Hybrid working Paying up to £90,000, with some flexibility Oakleaf Partnership is supporting a well-established, fast-growing organisation operating across multiple UK locations. With a significant and collaborative presence in Cardiff, they are known for combining modern, tech-enabled ways of working with the stability and scale of a mature business. Their People team plays a central role in shaping an inclusive, forward-thinking employee experience that supports growth and innovation. We are looking for a Senior People Partner to join the team on a Fixed Term Contract. This role partners closely with leaders across the business and will play a key part in delivering the People strategy across culture, capability, performance and organisational change. If you’ve operated in Financial Services, FinTech, Technology or other regulated or customer-focused industries, this could be a fantastic next step. What the role involves Culture & Engagement – Build high-performing, inclusive teams through wellbeing, DEI and employee-led insight.
  Business Partnering – Provide trusted advice, challenge and strategic input to leaders on people priorities.
  Coaching & Development – Support leadership capability, talent reviews, succession planning and performance processes.
  Reward – Provide insight and guidance to support key reward cycles and decision making.
  Talent Management – Identify and develop talent while supporting team effectiveness and capability building.
  Recruitment & Onboarding – Work closely with Talent Acquisition to help grow diverse, high-quality teams.
  Organisational Design & Change – Lead people change initiatives, workforce planning and data-driven decisions.
  HR Operations & MI – Support accurate people data and generate meaningful insights to inform decisions. What we’re looking for * Broad HR / People generalist experience
  * Background in Financial Services, FinTech, Technology, or similarly complex, fast-paced industries
  * Experience partnering with corporate or operational functions
  * Strengths in People Change, Reward, Engagement or Talent Management
  * Comfortable with risk, governance or regulated environments (or willingness to learn)
  * Strong execution skills and attention to detail
  * Able to adapt, problem-solve and work at pace in a growing organisation
  * Analytical, evidence-driven approach to decision making If you’re a collaborative, commercially minded People Partner who enjoys working with leaders to create meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Read Less

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  Regional HRBP  

  Oakleaf

  [permanent] - Cambridge

  Posted: 04/12/2025

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  I am partnering with an amazing Car Dealership who are seeking a Regi... Read More

  I am partnering with an amazing Car Dealership who are seeking a Regional HRBP to join their team. This is an ideal role for someone from a reatil background that enjoys working in a fast environment. Salary – Competitive
  Hybrid – WFH 3-4 days a week – 1/2 days visiting dealerships – nationwide Key Benefits:
  – Strategic Influence: Play a crucial role in shaping the design of people goals and leading the implementation of business-wide initiatives.
  – Leadership Development: Drive the development and implementation of leadership and succession plans, ensuring a robust pipeline of future leaders.
  – Engagement Focus: Enhance people engagement and experience through strategic activities such as cultural development, talent management, and performance rewards.
  – Collaborative Environment: Work closely with senior leaders, HR teams, and various business stakeholders to deliver key initiatives at pace without compromising quality. Key Accountabilities:
  – Serve as a trusted HR Business Partner to leaders and colleagues.
  – Shape and lead the implementation of people goals and initiatives.
  – Identify and develop current and future workforce capabilities.
  – Improve people engagement and experience through strategic activities.
  – Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence to deliver key initiatives.
  – Influence senior leaders to maintain a high-performance culture.
  – Manage the IGP process and drive improvements across key metrics.
  – Lead sensitive/high-risk ER cases as required.
  – Engage with specialist areas within HR and key business stakeholders.
  – Drive leadership development and organisational change.
  – Develop and implement succession plans aligned with strategic priorities.
  – Advocate for consumer duty with a focus on positive customer outcomes. Knowledge and Experience Required:
  – Strong leadership, influencing, and coaching skills with the ability to impact at a senior level.
  – Highly proactive, resilient, and results-driven.
  – Proven track record in managing and sustaining effective senior-level relationships.
  – Strong commercial awareness and understanding of strategic business drivers.
  – Significant experience in partnering with senior leaders across strategic people disciplines.
  – Experience in leadership and cultural development.
  – Ability to lead organisational change with a good working knowledge of project management.
  – Broad generalist knowledge across all people disciplines.
  – Experience in leading people and effective team working in a matrix structure. This role is perfect for a seasoned HR professional looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation. If you possess the required skills and experience, this could be the ideal next step in your career. Read Less

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