HR Generalist
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General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. It owns General Reinsurance Corporation and General Reinsurance AG, which conducts business as Gen Re.
Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of 37 offices, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.
General Reinsurance is offering an opportunity for an HR Generalist in our London office.
Main Purpose of the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail\-oriented HR Generalist with primary responsibility for the accurate and compliant delivery of payroll and pension processes, which we envisage will be approximately 25% of the role. The successful candidate will also be providing broad HR support across the employee lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both operational precision and variety, as the role offers exposure to a wide range of HR activities depending on experience, interests, and business needs.
Context of the Role
This Gen Re HR team supports approximately 430 employees across seven locations. The team is led by the Regional HR Director who is responsible for the UK, Spanish, Italian, Danish, French, Irish and South African offices. In this varied role, you will support the team through a variety of HR operational tasks alongside employee support and advice and occasional project work.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll \& Pensions
Manage end\-to\-end monthly payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with UK legislation
Act as the key liaison with payroll providers, finance, and internal stakeholders
Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, including RTI submissions and year\-end processes
Administer company pension schemes and risk benefits, including auto\-enrolment, contributions, and re\-enrolment duties
Manage relationships with pension administrators and respond to employee queries
Ensure compliance with relevant pension regulations and reporting requirements
HR Operations \& Employee Lifecycle
Support recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions, coordinating interviews, and onboarding
Manage employee records and ensure HR systems are accurate and up to date
Administer contracts, offer letters, and employment documentation
Provide first\-line HR advice to employees and managers on policies and procedures
Support absence management, including tracking and reporting
Employee Relations \& HR Support
Assist with employee relations matters such as disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations (appropriate to experience)
Support performance management and development processes
Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing programmes
Skills \& Experience
Essential
Proven experience in payroll administration (end\-to\-end preferred)
Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and pension regulations (including auto\-enrolment)
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Interested in a broad range of HR disciplines;
Desirable
General knowledge of the insurance/reinsurance industry as well as broader industry issues and trends.
Behavioural Competencies
Proactive and self\-motivated
Highly organised with strong problem\-solving skills
Collaborative and adaptable approach
Keen to learn and develop across all areas of HR
Why join us?
Opportunity to develop broad HR expertise beyond payroll and pensions
Exposure to a wide variety of HR activities and projects
Supportive environment focused on professional growth
Closing Date
30 June 2026
Our AddressGeneral Reinsurance, London Branch
Corn Exchange
55 Mark Lane
London, EC3R 7NE (UK)
*It is the continuing policy of the Gen Re Group to afford Equal Opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.*
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