Temporary Human Resources Assistant

Temporary HR Officer – Legal Department (£19 per hour) Tolworth | Hybrid Working (3 days office / 2 days remote) Monday to Friday | Full-time | 3-Month Temporary Contract

We’re delighted to be partnering with one of our long-standing international FCMG clients, renowned for their inclusive culture and people-first approach, in their search for a Temporary HR Officer to support their Legal Department . This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking head office environment where collaboration, innovation, and professional growth are genuinely valued. You’ll work closely with both the HR and Legal teams, ensuring seamless coordination across a range of HR activities and projects.

• Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR queries within the Legal Department.
• Manage the full spectrum of HR administration — onboarding, contracts, and leaver processes.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and track follow-up actions.
• Maintain departmental compliance records, including risk catalogues and training registers.
• Support performance review cycles, training coordination, and policy updates.
• Ensure alignment with employment legislation and internal HR frameworks.
• Liaise with central HR and payroll teams to streamline operations.
• Provide project and administrative support to the Legal leadership team.

About You

• Proven experience as an HR Officer , or similar.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and employment law.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confident communicator who builds trust and positive relationships at all levels.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience in a corporate, legal, or head office environment would be highly regarded.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience).
• Hybrid working pattern – typically three days in the office and two from home.
• A modern, spacious head office designed for collaboration and wellbeing.
• Access to a high-quality, subsidised staff restaurant serving a variety of fresh, healthy options.
• Supportive team culture within a respected global organisation that values its people.
• A fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a professional and fast-paced environment.

If you’re available immediately or on short notice and thrive in a structured, high-performing team, this role offers a superb opportunity to make an impact in a respected international brand. Please do not apply if you have not worked in a similar HR Officer role before. We welcome applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK, including Tier 5 visa holders and citizens of Australia or New Zealand under relevant working arrangements. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.