Northern LGPS - Interim HR Generalist

Northern LGPS - Interim HR Generalist

Organization: Northern LGPS (via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency)

Location: Any Northern LGPS location / C/O Guardsman Tony Downes House, 5 Manchester Road, Droylsden, United Kingdom

Job Type: Temporary / 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Full-Time (37 hours per week)

Salary Range: Grade F (£37,563 - £47,665 per annum)

Application Deadline: 17:00 (5:00 PM), 28 August 2026

Job Introduction

Help build the people foundations of a new investment management company!

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Northern LGPS—a c£70bn pooled investment partnership for the Local Government Pension Scheme, bringing together the investments of Greater Manchester Pension Fund, Merseyside Pension Fund, and West Yorkshire Pension Fund.

As Northern LGPS enters an exciting transformation phase to establish a new FCA-authorised investment management company, we are seeking a proactive and experienced Interim HR Generalist for a 9-month fixed-term contract. Working closely with the Head of HR, you will play an essential role in establishing the HR function, supporting colleagues through transition, and implementing the people processes, policies, and systems needed for long-term success.

About the Role

As Interim HR Generalist, you will contribute across the full employee lifecycle, driving people operations and regulatory alignment. Key responsibilities include:

• Regulatory Compliance & SMCR: Supporting compliance with the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR), coordinating vetting activities, and maintaining regulatory documentation.

• Employee Relations & Advisory: Managing employee relations cases (including grievances, performance, and conduct matters) and providing trusted advice to managers.

• Policies & Onboarding: Researching and implementing HR policies, and designing engaging induction programmes for both TUPE transfers and new starters.

• Talent & Development: Supporting recruitment activity, coordinating mandatory training, and assisting with apprenticeship, graduate, and early careers programmes.

• Payroll & Administration: Preparing accurate payroll data, collaborating with payroll providers, and maintaining HR systems and intranet resources.

About You

We are looking for a versatile HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment. You will bring:

• Proven experience in generalist HR advisory, operational support, and employee relations case management.

• Strong background in HR policy development, recruitment, onboarding, and engagement.

• Familiarity with HR compliance, governance, and regulatory frameworks.

• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• (Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role).

Why Join Northern LGPS?

As Northern LGPS evolves, we are building a collaborative, open, and trusting culture where people can do their best work. Benefits and features include:

• Competitive salary (Grade F: £37,563 - £47,665)

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support collaboration and colleague wellbeing

• A supportive learning culture focused on professional growth and sustainability

• Commitment to equal opportunities and inclusive working environments