People & Culture Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Job DescriptionDepartment: People & CultureReports to: Head of People & CultureLocation: LondonHours of work: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am 5.30 pmGuavapay is a global payment platform that drives payment optimization and stability. Guavapays full-stack payment ecosystem includes a range of technology products and solutions, such as the MyGuava app, including card processing, e-wallets, currency exchange, payments, transfers, top-ups, and much more.As a People & Culture Officer at Guavapay, you will play a crucial role in helping to deliver core HR processes whilst supporting the cultivation of a positive organisational culture. Operating within the dynamic landscape of a global Fintech startup, you will work closely with the Head of People & Culture to maintain all aspects of departmental operations, provide efficient administration and ensure our people practices are compliant with industry regulations and standards.Responsibilities: Support talent acquisition processes, including interviewing, selection, offer management andonboarding to attract and retain top talent. Assist in the coordination and administration of SMCR-related activities such as fitness & propriety,regulatory references. Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies and procedures to ensurecompliance and efficiency. Support the delivery of the employee lifecycle, including induction, probation and performancereview coordination and offboarding. Provide administrative and operational support for People and Culture initiatives, wellbeing,engagement and DEI activities. Manage employee relations cases, including disciplinary actions, grievances and disputeresolution Provide guidance and advice to line managers on people and employee relations matters tofoster a positive work environment. Assist with compiling and presenting HR data and reports Work alongside the Finance team to submit accurate, monthly payroll submissions. Ensure compliance with employment and FCA regulatory requirements, keep abreast of relevant legislation. Respond to internal and external inquiries or requests related to people and culture matters, providing assistance and support as needed. Assist with ad-hoc people and culture projects to drive continuous improvement and support organizational goals. Perform any other HR duties as required by management, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to meet the evolving needs of the organisation.You may also be asked to perform tasks as required by management, deemed as a reasonable request. This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the role, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of possible role responsibilities, tasks and duties and is subject to review.Qualifications, Experience, Skills & Personal Qualities: CIPD qualification (or willing to work towards) Experience in the Fintech and/or Finance sector (desirable). Interest and/or experience in a startup environment (desirable). Strong understanding of HR/People practices and procedures, preferably within a regulatedindustry. Highly professional demeanor, with excellent communication skills and the ability to interactconfidently with colleagues at all levels of the organisation. Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines in a dynamicwork environment. Attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work. Enthusiastic, self-motivated team player with the ability to work under own initiative. Flexible mindset and willingness to adapt to changing priorities and requirements. Resilient and adaptable in the face of challenges. Respect for confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information, with acommitment to upholding ethical standards and values.By submitting this application, you agree that your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice: https://guavapay.com/page/privacy-policy-guavapay.

Created: 2025-07-04