HR & Office Executive

Winmark Hammersmith, England, United Kingdom

HR & Office Executive

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic HR & Office Executive to join our team based in the heart of West London.

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time (3 days/22.5hrs per week)

Winmark's core hours are 9:00am-5:30pm Monday to Friday; however, there may be occasions where you are required to work outside of this.

Who is Winmark?

Winmark is an award-winning challenger brand with a unique (Board level) C-Suite offering that gives the most senior business executives the knowledge and connections to succeed. Our business model is based around our Networks, Research and Academies. We manage 16+ networks for all major C-suite functions, as well as several other specialist senior roles and have 2,500+ members across those networks from 700+ multinational organisations.

Our Executive and Non-Executive role-based networks and specialist groups bring together peers to share insights, develop skills and explore best practice. Our membership provides leadership teams with an exclusive network where they can gain knowledge, build their profile, extend their connections and access the tools to enhance their organisational performance.

Our Values

• Focus on Impact. We make a difference to our clients, technical partners, colleagues and our company by focusing on delivering the right things with passion and purpose.
• Succeed together. We achieve more as a team; we improve and celebrate together.
• Listen, Learn & Innovate. We continually learn. We make a difference and innovate through the depth and breadth of our knowledge and experience.
• Integrity. We are authentic, honest, ethical and fair. We do the right thing. People trust us.

At Winmark, we are deeply committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We foster a culture that values and celebrates differences, acknowledging the unique perspectives and insights that individuals from diverse backgrounds bring.

The Role

Reporting to the CEO, the purpose of this role is to ensure an outstanding employee experience through the effective administration, management and continuous improvement of Winmark's HR and office operations.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources:

• Support employee relations, formal complaints, and HR initiatives.
• Maintain HR records and liaise with outsourced functions (Finance, Payroll, Pensions).
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and visa applications.
• Ensure performance management and training programmes are effectively implemented.
• Oversee compliance with UK employment laws and recommend process improvements.
• Source and manage internships, ensuring a structured experience.

Employee Experience:

• Enhance engagement, well-being, and company culture through initiatives and events.
• Act as a key point of contact for employee queries and HR support.
• Organise social gatherings, recognition programmes, and team-building activities.
• Track employee sentiment through surveys and drive engagement strategies.
• Promote a psychologically safe workplace and awareness of support programmes.

Office Management:

• Oversee office operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Manage supplies, contracts, vendor relationships, and facility maintenance.
• Provide administrative support, coordinate meetings, and take minutes.
• Handle office logistics, including security, post, utilities, and internal communications.
• Maintain a well-organised, clean, and welcoming work environment.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in HR, office management, or administration, with exposure to recruitment, onboarding, policy development, and compliance.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or CIPD Level 5 would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices to support business needs.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, able to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage employees at all levels.
• Hands-on, practical approach to office operations, vendor management, and workplace facilities.
• Proactive and innovative mindset for problem-solving and process improvement.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in HR administration and office management.
• Strong IT proficiency, including HR systems, Microsoft Office, and workplace tools.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Diligence in understanding and adapting to regulations, ensuring procedural accuracy.
• Natural ability to build trust and credibility with others.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and passionate about achieving excellence.

Why Winmark?

• Free breakfast pantry, including tea & coffee
• 22 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Day off for your Birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Reward & recognition programme
• Profit sharing
• Work from abroad policy
• Free access to Academy Masterclasses

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Business Consulting and Services