HR Executive

Highly presitigeous Interior Design and Architecture studio looking for their first HR official HR hire to join a global, fast paced team.

HR Executive – Luxury Design Studio (London)

About Us

We are a prestigious Interior Design & Architecture studio based in London, renowned for delivering exceptional luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality projects worldwide. With a close-knit team of 35 professionals, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, creative, and high-performing culture.

The Role

Looking for a hands-on HR Executive to take ownership of the day-to-day HR function and support the full employee lifecycle. This is a broad generalist role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow within a small but dynamic business. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to shape our people strategy while ensuring best-in-class HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage on-boarding and off-boarding processes to ensure an engaging employee experience.
• Develop and maintain CIPD-compliant HR policies and procedures.
• Support recruitment efforts, from strategy to execution.
• Oversee performance management processes and provide guidance to managers.
• Drive culture and engagement initiatives that reflect our values.
• Provide advice on employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Coordinate learning & development activities to support team growth.

What They're Looking For

• Prior HR experience in a similar-sized organisation (50 employees).
• Experience in a creative or design-led environment is beneficial but not essential.
• CIPD Level 3 qualification (completed or in progress).
• A proactive, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to own and shape the HR function in a growing business.
• Exposure to senior leadership and decision-making processes.
• A creative, high-end studio environment with a strong emphasis on collaboration.
• Flexible hybrid working (3 days in-office) and competitive benefits.

If you’re passionate about HR and excited by the opportunity to make an impact in a luxury design studio, I’d love to hear from you!

Please note: This is not a senior leadership or director-level role, it’s perfect for someone motivated by growth rather than immediate progression into strategic leadership.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates