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HR Generalist 6 Month FTC
HR Generalist – London (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Department: Human Resources Reports to: Regional HR Director, EMEA Location: London
About the Role
Passionate about people? Ready to make an impact?
We’re looking for a proactive and people-focused HR Generalist to partner with employees and managers, delivering expert support and guidance across the full employee lifecycle while helping to create an engaging and high-performing workplace.
About Side
Side is a global video game development and services provider, working with many of the world’s leading studios. Founded in 2009, we operate across 15+ studios globally, offering services including game development, art, audio production, QA, localisation, player support, community management, and datasets.
We bring stories to the world—and to do that effectively, we need strong people support: practical, human, consistent, and close to the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Support employees and managers across the full employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, changes, performance, engagement, exits).
- Provide HR advice on absence, health issues, conduct, capability, grievances, and workplace change.
- Partner with managers on employment law and complex investigations, offering clear, legally compliant guidance.
- Support onboarding (contracts, Right-to-Work checks, inductions) and payroll administration (including updates).
- Maintain accurate HR records, HRIS data, and documentation, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Advise and coach managers on company policies, people processes, and performance management.
- Work on performance appraisals, improvement plans, and employee development activities.
- Help develop, implement, and improve HR policies, procedures, and working methods.
- Identify opportunities to enhance employee experience and HR efficiency.
- Support HR reporting, metrics, and people-related systems.
- Champion a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
- Promote employee wellbeing, trust, inclusion, and a strong sense of connection.
- Uphold company standards in confidentiality, security, IT, HR procedures, Health & Safety, and ethical conduct.
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Requirements
Essential
- 3+ years of experience in HR Generalist, HR Advisor, or similar role, with a strong focus on manager and employee support.
- Deep knowledge of UK HR practices, employment legislation, and employee relations.
- Expertise in handling:
- Recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding
- Absence management, disciplinary procedures, grievances, and performance management
- Policy implementation and HR compliance
- Strong HRIS and Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Ability to balance empathy, commercial awareness, and operational delivery.
- Excellent communication, moral judgement, and discretion in sensitive matter
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Desirable
- Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- Certifications (e.g., CIPD, HRCI) a bonus.
- Experience in a creative/technical sector (e.g., gaming, media).
Our Values
You’ll thrive here if you’re:
- People-focused (care about employee experience).
- Proactive and solutions-driven (anticipate issues before they escalate).
- Approachable and trusted (managers and employees seek your guidance).
- Adaptable and practical (fair processes with a human touch).
- Commercially aware (understand business impact).
Why Join Side?
✅ Impactful work – Direct influence on employee experience, culture, and engagement. ✅ Visibling contributor – Hugely engaged in the London business and wider subsidiary operations. ✅ Fast-moving, people-led environment – Work in a global, creative company at the heart of the video game industry.
If you love hands-on HR, problem-solving, and building trusted relationships, this 6-month contract is a great opportunity to contribute meaningfully.
For more information: www.side.inc
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