Role:
Human Resources Specialist
Location:
- Clearsulting is headquartered in Cleveland, OH, with our London office conveniently located just a stone's throw from Borough Station.
- Office Options: Hybrid
Summary:
The Global HR Operations team plays a vital role in ensuring an exceptional employee experience at Clearsulting. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Specialist to support various human resources functions across the EMEA region. This role will focus on recruitment, performance management, employee on-boarding (enrichment), payroll coordination, and broader HR generalist responsibilities. The HR Specialist is integral in fostering a positive work environment, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee engagement.
You will provide dedicated support to our EMEA team members, working closely with the HR & Talent Director (EMEA) to design, implement, and scale HR processes. This role requires a combination of operational excellence, a passion for people, and a growth mindset to drive continuous improvement in our HR functions.
Who We Are:
Clearsulting is a global consulting company with the motivation to deliver positive change through digital finance. Our team consists of finance specialists that bring experience and technical capabilities across the spectrum of finance, including financial close, digital reporting, risk advisory, treasury, corporate performance management and more.
Clearsulting stands by its culture, shaped by our five Core Values: GRIT, Growth Mindset, Joy, Accountability, and Teamwork. Our unwavering dedication to these principles has garnered national recognition for our strong leadership, innovative approach, and outstanding workplace environment. Below are some of the awards and accolades that honour our commitment to excellence:
- Sunday Times Best Places to Work Award (2025)
- ‘Great Place to Work’ Certified (2022-2025)
- Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Consulting (2022-2024)
- Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America (2020-2023)
What You’ll Do:
As an HR Specialist, you will support key HR functions, ensuring an exceptional experience for our employees while upholding our values of teamwork, accountability, and continuous growth.
HR Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with company culture and values.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies across EMEA.
- Act as a trusted point of contact for employees regarding HR-related matters.
- Maintain and update employee records and HR databases with a high level of accuracy.
- Support employee relations initiatives and assist in conflict resolution to foster a positive work environment.
Recruitment
- Assist in end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, sourcing, screening and scheduling interviews.
- Maintain candidate pipelines and track recruitment metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Support the preparation of offer letters and pre-employment background checks.
- Ensure pre-boarding tasks are loaded and tracked to completion.
Performance Management
- Assist the in managing the quarterly performance review process in region.
- Track performance evaluations and provide reminders to managers and employees.
- Support the development of Clear Success Plans (performance improvement plans) when needed.
- Assist with employee engagement initiatives, including feedback surveys to ensure a culture of continuous growth and accountability.
On-boarding & Off-boarding
- Coordinate and facilitate new hire on-boarding, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience.
- Prepare and maintain on-boarding documentation and training materials.
- Conduct check-ins with new employees to support their transition.
- Manage check-ins, exit interviews and off-boarding processes to gather insights and ensure compliance.
Payroll Coordination
- Support payroll processing by gathering and verifying employee documentation, including ad-hoc bonuses and expenses.
- Coordinate with payroll providers and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
- Work with the HR Director to resolve employee payroll inquiries efficiently.
- Maintain payroll documentation and ensure compliance with relevant protocol.
Administration & Compliance
- Maintain HR files, employee records, and HRIS/Payroll systems with thorough attention to detail.
- Assist with benefits administration, including enrolments and terminations.
- Support audits and reporting requirements related to HR functions.
- Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and drive new initiatives from suggestion to implementation.
- Provide support with general office administration tasks, including, scheduling, and maintaining office supplies
- Uphold a passion for efficiency and continuous improvement in all HR operations.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- CIPD qualification preferred.
- 2+ years of HR experience in a generalist or coordinator capacity.
- Knowledge of UK employment laws and HR best practices is essential; familiarity with employment laws in other EMEA regions is a plus.
- Experience with HRIS ADP and payroll systems (Deel) is preferred, along with advanced skills in Microsoft Office Applications.
- Strong organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a people-first approach.
- High attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
- A growth mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- A passion for creating a positive and engaging employee experience, in line with our core values.
- Ability to take on new tasks as and when required.
Benefits:
We want to cultivate a thriving culture and company—and we know that your health and well-being matter. We offer a benefits package and perks for our team members that include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Unlimited PTO
- Paid parental leave
- Retirement plans
- Flexible work environment
- Mobile phone reimbursement
- Access to mental health apps
- Life insurance coverage
Excited about what we're doing but don't fit every requirement? No problem! At Clearsulting, we're forward-thinkers on a mission to redefine consulting excellence. We're all about diversity and inclusion, committed to assembling teams that mirror the world around us. So, if you're passionate about our mission, you could be the perfect fit for this role or another within our dynamic team. Don't hesitate to apply!
Learn more about Clearsulting by visiting https://www.clearsulting.com/careers/culture/
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