About this role
The KPMG People Operations function is a cornerstone of our UK business. Operating from 20 UK locations and sitting with KPMG Central Services we do work that matters.
Within Central Services we are part of a community of experts across a wide range of critical activities who help grow, run, and protect KPMG in the UK.
From HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities and Business Support, through to Risk and Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Sales and Marketing, our approach is focused on driving the improved performance of the firm, which we support with diligence and expertise.
KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses, we've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.
Working as part of the People Operations team, you will be responsible for delivering business-focussed and best practice HR support. Your role will include managing a variety of HR queries and being the first line of contact by phone and email. You will provide initial guidance, advice and support to the employees. Your proactive approach will support all activities in the Employee Lifecycle.
You will work on building strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders, particularly with internal teams such as Payroll, Talent, Immigration and Benefits.
Whilst establishing yourself as a credible advisor, your ability to challenge and provide sound advice will be instrumental in fostering an essential collaborative environment. Your will work collaboratively across the business ensuring a seamless first-class HR service.
Upholding the firms’ values, you will serve as a role model for your stakeholders and within the team.
This role is for you if you have the below
Educational qualifications
• Graduate / Postgraduate in Human Resources
Work experience / Skills
• An ability to build relationships and communicate with people at all levels • High levels of resilience, with experience of working in a highly pressurised customer centric environment • Proactive and high energy individual with a positive approach • The ability to take a logical, systematic, coherent approach to issues. Thinking outside of the box and weighing up all options available to make an informed decision • Excellent communicator – written and verbal • The ability to influence and confidently negotiate at all levels • Strong organisational, literacy and numeracy skills • Good IT office proficiency, including, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word etc. as well as SuccessFactors or equivalent HR system