Job Description

Automate Health is a B2B healthcare SaaS investor and growth partner, specialising in digital health and middle-office automation technology. Backed by venture capital and private equity expertise, they provide funding, strategic support, talent, and networks to help portfolio companies scale. By fostering collaboration within their community, they accelerate the adoption of innovative digital and AI-driven solutions to advance healthcare systems.



The HR Generalist will be responsible for delivering a full range of HR services across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, performance management, and engagement initiatives. Working closely with and advised by the Head of People & Culture, this role will act as a trusted point of contact for managers and employees alike, ensuring HR processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organisational values. The role requires a proactive, organised, and approachable professional who can balance operational delivery with a focus on enhancing the employee experience. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and building strong workplace culture. You'll have autonomy to shape HR operations in a supportive environment. The role is expected to attend the office in Victoria each Wednesday but otherwise may work from home.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Selection

Manage recruitment from job description creation to candidate onboarding. Oversee candidate shortlisting, initial screening, and coordination of multi-stage interviews. Administer psychometric testing and candidate profiling to support selection decisions. Ensure diversity reporting and inclusive hiring practices are maintained. Support managers during interviews and hiring decisions. Maintain accurate and GDPR-compliant candidate records.

Onboarding & Offboarding

Prepare and issue offer letters, contracts, confidentiality agreements, and new starter documentation. Ensure accurate setup of new employees on HRIS, payroll, and benefit systems. Organise IT/software setup and benefits enrolment (pension, life assurance, healthcare, wellness schemes). Conduct and coordinate induction programmes. Perform reference checks and monitor probationary periods. Manage HRIS offboarding processes, exit interviews, and related administration. Manage consultancy agreements

Employee Relations

Act as the first point of contact for ER matters including grievances, disciplinaries, and investigations. Support managers with performance improvement plans and personal development plans. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion. Advise and update company policies in line with employment legislation.

Payroll & Benefits

Collate and process payroll data in collaboration with Finance and outsourced payroll providers. Manage benefit administration and resolve employee benefit queries. Assist with salary benchmarking, annual salary reviews, and bonus processing. Act as the first point of contact for P&B matters

Learning & Development

Organise and facilitate training sessions, including mandatory and skills development programmes. Coordinate study agreements and track training compliance. Deliver training initiatives arising from performance reviews and engagement surveys. Administer psychometric testing overviews , providing detailed feedback to individuals and line managers to foster efficiency and understanding.

Engagement & Culture

Promote the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and company values across all HR channels. Lead employee engagement initiatives, including social events, CSR days, and wellbeing activities. Administer schemes such as employee charity matching, refer-a-friend, and recognition programmes. Act as a visible and approachable HR presence across the business.

HR Administration & Reporting

Maintain accurate absence records and produce related reports. Keep organisational charts updated. Support succession planning and workforce planning activities. Manage quarterly performance review data and produce engagement survey reports.

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience in an HR Generalist or People Advisor role, ideally within a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of UK & European employment law and HR best practice. Demonstrable experience across the full employee lifecycle. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to build trust at all levels. High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data management. Confident user of HRIS platforms Discreet, with a strong commitment to confidentiality and data protection. * CIPD Level 5 qualification (or currently undergoing studies) essential.