HR Officer

  • Job Reference: JO0000007140
  • Date Posted: 14 February 2026
  • Recruiter: Ryder Reid Legal
  • Location: City of London, London
  • Salary: £45,000 to £55,000
  • Sector: HR
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Duration: 6 Months
  • Work Hours: Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: HR Officer

Location: City of London

Role: 6-month Fixed Term Contract

Working Arrangement: Hybrid Working (4 days in office)

Salary: up to £55,000 per annum

Requirements: Law firm Experience desired

The firm

Our client is a U.S. law firm recognized for its strength in financial and transactional work for major banks, corporations, and investment funds. The firm provides sophisticated cross‑border legal counsel. Its core capabilities include structured finance, banking and finance, corporate/M&A, real estate finance, and litigation and restructuring.

The role

In your new role as HR Officer, you will be providing generalist support to the HR function, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Preparing documentation, coordinating introductions and departures, delivering a smooth experience for new joiners and departing employees.
  • Managing employee absences, including tracking leave and coordinating documentation.
  • Generating reports for management as requested.
  • Managing low risk employee relations situations.

What do you need?

In order to be successful in this role you will need:

  • Previous experience in a similar HR role at a law firm.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • IT Proficient.

What do you get in return?

In return, you will receive a very competitive salary and the opportunity to work at a growing prestigious law firm.

Application Process: For further information and to apply, please submit your resume. Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all inquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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