People Generalist - 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover)

Team Introduction

The People Operations team sits within the broader People team to improve our overall employee experience. We optimise the employee lifecycle and use data to align staff needs with core business goals. You'll partner closely with various business units to foster a highly supportive workplace. This team empowers our people, ensuring they have the foundation to thrive every day.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Senior People Generalist and People Data Analyst, you'll act as the first point of contact for HR queries. You'll deliver seamless support across onboarding, offboarding, and internal moves using our HRIS, Dayforce. You'll collaborate with the People & Culture team to improve processes, manage benefits, and support key initiatives.

By providing essential support, you'll ensure a positive experience for all of our employees. You'll maintain a strong focus on accurate administration, helping us introduce smarter ways of working across the business.

What you'll do

• Administer accurate and timely processes for onboarding, offboarding, and internal moves.

• Manage and deliver weekly Day 1 orientation sessions alongside fellow People Generalists.

• Maintain HR systems, employee files, and documentation accurately within Dayforce.

• Provide administrative support for absence management, probation, and parental leave.

• Respond to first-line employee relations queries from employees and managers.

• Support the People & Culture team with process improvements and benefits administration. What you’ll bring

• Experience using Dayforce or a similar HRIS platform.

• Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

• A collaborative approach to building positive relationships across the business.

• Excellent attention to detail for managing HR data and contracts.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving established HR processes

What's in it for you The expected range for this role is £26,500 - £32,000

This is a hybrid role, working two (2) days per week from our Bath Office.

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan Internal job family level P6

Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it! Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table - it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

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