HR Analyst

By Dawn Hamilton | August 6, 2026 | Comments Off on HR Analyst
  • Contract
  • Central London
  • £50k-£60k pa USD / Year
  • Salary: £50k-£60k pa

HR Analyst – Payroll, Comps & Bens – Asset Management – Central London – 6 months FTC – c£50k-£60k pa

We have a great 6m FTC opportunity for an experienced HR Analyst, with experience of managing European/EMEA payroll, compensation and benefits, to join a successful organisation in their collaborative HR team as soon as possible.

This is a gem of an FTC opportunity for a detail-oriented, highly accurate and compliance-focused HR Analyst with experience in comps and bens, transitioning payrolls from one company to another and identifying and resolving payroll issues, together with advanced MS Excel and payroll/ compensation reporting tools.

 

Key responsibilities as the EMEA HR Analyst will include: 

  • Auditing and managing outsourced payrolls across EMEA
  • Transitioning payrolls from one company to another
  • Signing off payroll and ensuring accuracy of processing, pension deductions and tax compliance
  • Identifying and resolving payroll issues
  • Administering and advising on compensation and benefits
  • Supporting annual salary review processes
  • Providing guidance on compensation offers, salary benchmarking and employee benefits
  • Supporting HR Projects, process improvements and initiatives

And more.

 

We’re looking for:

  • Strong knowledge of European/EMEA payroll processes
  • Demonstrable experience in compensation and benefits management (ideally within professional services – financial sector is advantageous)
  • Strong knowledge or payroll terminology, international benefits and compliance requirements
  • Advanced MS Excel and experience of payroll/compensation reporting tools
  • A hands-on approach and willingness to hit the ground running
  • Confident communication skills and the ability to work as an advisor to stakeholders
  • Detail-minded with strong accuracy
  • Compliance-focused nature
  • Available imminently and able to commit to a 6m FTC

 

Interested in this fantastic FTC in Central London?

If you are an experienced HR Analyst (Payroll, Comps and Bens) and you are keen to undertake a FTC in a fast-paced, dynamic organisation, then please submit your CV immediately, quoting ‘DH – HR Analyst – London’

 

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Dawn Hamilton

Dawn is a highly experienced recruitment consultant with nearly 30 years of success in professional recruitment and talent acquisition. Known for her tenacity, integrity and commercial insight, Dawn partners closely with clients to deliver recruitment solutions that are both strategic and results-driven. Throughout her career, Dawn has successfully recruited and placed high-calibre candidates across a diverse range of sectors, including Oil and Gas, Property, Finance, Legal, and Professional Services, as well as Charities and Non-Profit organisations. This breadth of experience enables her to quickly understand complex hiring requirements, market conditions and organisational cultures. Dawn is valued by clients for her honest, consultative approach and her ability to identify exceptional talent that not only meets technical requirements but also aligns with long-term business objectives. Candidates consistently describe her as supportive, transparent and committed, recognising her ability to provide clear guidance throughout the recruitment process. With deep market knowledge and a proven track record of successful placements, Dawn brings professionalism, discretion and energy to every assignment, making her a trusted recruitment partner for both clients and candidates alike.