Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Who we are:

Pharo Management is a leading global macro hedge fund with a focus on emerging markets. Founded in 2000, the firm has offices in London, New York and Hong Kong and currently manages $7 billion in assets across four funds. Pharo trades foreign exchange, sovereign and corporate credit, local market interest rates, commodities, and their derivatives. We trade in nearly 100 countries across Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America as well as developed markets. Our investment approach combines macroeconomic fundamental research and quantitative analysis.

Pharo employs a diverse, dynamic team of 125 professionals representing over 20 nationalities and 30 languages. We have a strong corporate culture anchored in core values such as collaborative spirit, creativity, and respect. We are passionate about what we do and are committed to attracting the best and brightest talent.

This is a great opportunity to join a market leader, and contribute to our continued success.

Job description:

We are seeking a talented HR professional to join our team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality generalist HR support across the business. This is a broad and hands-on role, with exposure to a range of HR functions. This position can be based in either London or New York.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing recruitment efforts for non-investment teams, partnering closely with hiring managers.
• Proficiently utilise and navigate the applicant tracking system (Greenhouse) to support the hiring processes.
• Provide support on benefits administration, including responding to employee queries on coverage and enrolment.
• Assist in the management of visa and immigration processes, coordinating with external providers where necessary.
• Support the planning and execution of mid-year and end-of-year performance review processes.
• Proactively identify opportunities to streamline and enhance HR processes.
• Coordinate and execute ad-hoc HR projects in collaboration with the broader HR team.

Required qualities and skills:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an HR generalist.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to effectively execute on competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proactive attitude with an ability to maintain discretion.
• High level of work ethic.