We are looking for a highly motivated Human Resources Generalist to support the Manchester office on site. In this critical role you will be enabling business and people solutions through effective HR programs, processes and policies.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, our core purpose is to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew, and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.” We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.

Summary

In 2022 we opened a new office in Manchester and due to its rapid growth, we are looking for a highly motivated Human Resources Generalist to support the team on site.  In this critical role you will be enabling business and people solutions through effective HR programs, processes and policies.

The role is part of a collaborative and fun Europe HR team based in London.  You’ll enjoy partnering closely with the HRBP team and the broader Europe HR team, to support on business priorities and deliverables, ensuring necessary HR operational and process requirements are in place and managed.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Advise leaders and crew on Human Resources policies and procedures and be the day-to-day contact for all operational and administrative HR requests.
• Understand and proactively addresses the HR needs of aligned business areas.
• Provides consultative coaching and support to crew and leaders.
• Recommends solutions to management on business strategy and its effects on crew.
• Work closely with local leadership to help drive culture and engagement.
• Support the broader HRBP team in delivering the people agenda for their business groups, by working with them to design solutions and recommendations that will enhance the crew experience, meet business needs, and contribute towards the business strategy
• Manage employee queries and administration requirements throughout the employment lifecycle.
• Advocate for the HR agenda with business leaders. Align the business with HR policies and programmes, promoting the Vanguard vision and values at all times.
• Champion diversity, inclusion, and engagement topics. Partner with the HRBP team to implement the best outcomes for the assigned business area and Vanguard at large.

About the ideal candidate

• Related HR work experience.  Experience working as a satellite HR hub in a global Company would be beneficial
• A passion for helping employees and leaders develop their full potential
• Experience in change management and supporting a site is growth phase
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Understanding of a regulated environment useful.

Special Factors

• Hybrid work model
• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this role

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose.

Our core purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.