ISE Partners

Interim Human Capital Manager | Global Investment Firm (London) | 18 Months

Ref. V-55648

£95,000 - £135,000 Per Annum

London

Contract

Posted 1 hour ago

Overview

12–18 Month Maternity Cover | High‑Profile, Relationship‑Led Role

A leading global alternative investment firm is seeking a seasoned Human Capital Manager to take on a broad, high‑exposure position within their London office. This is a rare opportunity to partner closely with senior leadership in a fast‑paced, intellectually rigorous, and high‑performance environment.

Part of a small, trusted Human Capital team, this role is the primary HR contact for approximately 400 employees in London, while also supporting a smaller international location. The position reports directly into a long‑tenured Partner who oversees the global people function, and works closely with the COO.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Act as a trusted adviser to employees at all levels - from interns to Partners
  • Manage complex employee relations matters with judgement and discretion
  • Lead and support compensation conversations with senior stakeholders, including PMs
  • Own contract approvals, governance processes, and wider people operations
  • Partner with international HC colleagues across Asia and the US
  • Navigate fast‑moving, sensitive, and confidential matters with confidence
Candidate Profile:
  • 10+ years of experience in HR, ideally in a high‑performance, regulated, investment environment
  • Deep and confident understanding of UK employment law, HR policy, and compliance
  • Experience within investment management is essential, ideally with funds exposure to ensure strong business understanding
  • Strong relationship‑building skills and the ability to influence at senior levels
  • Comfortable managing sensitive topics, diverse personalities, and significant autonomy
Environment & Benefits:
This firm offers an exceptional working environment, including:
  • State‑of‑the‑art, luxury offices in central London
  • Access to a top‑tier onsite gym, personal training, and a range of fitness classes
  • High‑quality onsite restaurants and hospitality spaces
  • Market‑leading benefits, designed to support wellbeing and long‑term career engagement
  • This role will also be bonus eligible 
Practical Details:
  • London‑based role; initially five days a week in the office, with room for flexibility expected over time
  • Core hours 8am-5:30pm
  • Interview processes will move quickly; onboarding and background checks typically take ~1 month
  • Target start date: Mid‑April, enabling a full three‑month handover
  • Contract term expected to be closer to 18 months
If you’re an experienced HR Manager / Generalist / HRBP looking for a highly impactful role within a global, well‑resourced investment environment, this represents an outstanding opportunity.

Note salary will be dependant on current comp and experience benchmarking - and is open to discussion. The listed salary is simply a guide.