The Role

HR Manager – Boutique City of London based Trading institution (HR Generalist to step up, or HR Manager level)

Martis Search are representing a boutique City of London trading firm seeking to hire a permanent “HR Manager.”

Reporting directly to the C-suite in London, this is a hands-on role supporting the firm’s growing team across the UK and Europe, covering the full employee lifecycle within a fast-paced financial services environment.

This opportunity would suit either:

• A HR Generalist with 3+ years’ HR Financial Services experience looking to step up into their first HR Manager role.

Or

• An existing HR Manager with HR Financial Services experience seeking a new opportunity in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

A background in financial services or another regulated environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Administer HR policies, employment contracts, and employee relations matters
• Support FCA regulatory obligations, including SM&CR and Fitness & Propriety assessments
• Provide generalist HR support across the UK and European teams

Requirements

• 3+ years’ HR experience within financial services or another regulated firm
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Familiarity with FCA regulatory requirements, including SM&CR, is advantageous
• A hands-on generalist approach
• Highly organised, discreet, and comfortable working in a lean environment

Working Pattern

• 5 days per week in the office initially (with some flexibility to work-from-home in the first 3-months)
• Flexibility to work from home 1-day per week after the first 3–6 months

Salary & Benefits

• £65,000 – £100,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus
• Pension
• Private healthcare and additional benefits