HR & Office Manager | 12-Month Contract | Publishing

HR - City, London

Ref: 545Thursday 9 October 2025

£40,000 - £50,000

HR & Office Manager | 12-month FTC

Location: Central London (hybrid)

Salary: Up to £50k DOE

Hours: Full-time or part-time (4 days per week)

Our client, an independent publishing company is looking for an HR & Office Manager to join them on a maternity contract. The role combines HR responsibilities with hands-on office management, working closely with senior leadership to ensure smooth operations and a positive workplace culture.

About the Role:

  • Mentor and manage the Office Administrator
  • Oversee daily office operations and ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Fire Safety policies
  • Collaborate with the Operations Director on office-related projects
  • Manage full recruitment cycle: job ads, interviews, and onboarding
  • Act as the first point of contact for HR queries
  • Prepare employment contracts, offer letters, and contract amendments
  • Drive HR projects focused on employee wellbeing
  • Maintain and update the company’s HR internal system

About You:

  • Experience in a similar HR or Office Management role
  • CIPD qualification is advantageous
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Solid understanding of UK employment law
  • Proactive, adaptable, and people-focused

**LRA Search are acting as the employment agency for this role**

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