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Recruit HR professionals with Tiger

Tiger HR is dedicated exclusively to human resources recruitment. As a certified B Corp with an Impact Score of 90.3, we hold ourselves to the same standards of fairness, transparency and employee wellbeing that we help you recruit for. Our experienced team will advise and guide you through the process, ensuring that you find the right fit for your needs.

We know it’s crucial to nail HR staff hiring. These employees are integral to workforce management, helping or hindering operational efficiency and long-term business success. We’ll work closely with you to source the very best HR professionals to meet your specific needs.

With our headquarters in London and HR recruitment specialist teams in the US, Zurich and Dubai, we have an extensive global network ready to cater to your needs. We fill 85% of roles, so are confident in our ability to source an outstanding professional for your business.

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Why choose Tiger HR for human resources recruitment?

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Bespoke approach

We take time to understand your unique goals and needs and use these to identify the right candidates from the start.

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Specialist support

Every member of the Tiger HR team is well-practiced in pairing people with available roles, with a keen eye for the attributes and experience that distinguish the best candidates.

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Rigorous checks

Our specialists carefully assess each application before passing on potential candidates, helping you streamline your internal hiring process.

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Experienced specialists

We've built our reputation as a leading HR recruitment agency in London since 2001, with 85% of hiring requests filled and permanent shortlists delivered in 48–72 hours.

What is Human Resource Management?

Human Resource Management (HRM) is the strategic approach to managing staff and the workplace environment. Human Resources (HR) is the bridge between employer and employees, monitoring staff performance and well-being to support overall business objectives. It also includes implementing practices and policies that ensure company compliance.

Areas to consider when planning HR hiring

There are several elements of effective HRM to consider when deciding your HR hiring needs:

Compensation and Benefits

Compelling compensation and benefits packages are crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. HR ensures compensation is fair and competitive while balancing the company budget.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion

A DEI specialist develops and implements strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, ensuring fair treatment and opportunities for all. This includes organising training and drafting company policies.

Employee experience

An employee experience practitioner focuses on enhancing every aspect of the employee journey to improve satisfaction, engagement and well-being. This champions a positive environment and reduces staff turnover.

Global mobility

A global mobility specialist manages the relocation and assignment of employees across international borders. They handle administrative and logistical arrangements to ensure a smooth transition for employees and their families.

HR Data and Analytics

Analysing workforce data gives organisations valuable insights into talent acquisition as well as staff productivity and satisfaction. These insights drive well-informed decisions for better outcomes.

Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)

HRIS tools automate and optimise standard HR tasks like payroll and performance management for greater efficiency. This allows HR to focus more on strategic planning.

Learning and Development

This area focuses on the continuous learning & development (L&D) of your staff. Tailored plans help employees upskill and stay up to date with internal process changes and industry trends.

Organisational development

Responsible for reviewing existing company infrastructure, processes and culture and implementing changes to improve effectiveness and efficiency.

Performance Management

Establishing systems that effectively measure and enhance employee performance. A supportive work environment where staff feel driven and satisfied drives higher productivity and greater profitability.

Recruitment and Selection

Sourcing and hiring qualified candidates aligned with company values. A talent acquisition specialist can work alongside an HR recruitment specialist like us, defining job roles, screening applicants and recommending candidates for interviews. R&S staff manage company recruitment and selection policy to ensure a consistent, fair and legally compliant process.

Succession Planning

Ensures the company can continue running smoothly if a key employee leaves or retires. HR can utilise performance management reviews to identify employees with potential and then focus L&D efforts on preparing them for future roles.

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"Every company's HR needs are different. Whether you're looking for one experienced generalist or a full team to lead complex strategy, we identify the roles and candidates that match your brief. We move fast to build a shortlist that fits your values."

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Which HR roles can we help you recruit for?

Our experience in human resources recruitment means we understand the nuances across different HR roles and how they can shift with company size. If we don’t have the perfect candidate on the books for your HR hiring needs, we will proactively source your shortlist.

These are some of the roles we can help you fill:

  • Director of People – holds a senior position and oversees the HR department. Responsible for setting HRM strategies and policies aligned with your organisation’s objectives.
  • Head of People – responsible for executing HRM strategies. They work closely with teams across the organisation to ensure HR initiatives are being adopted.
  • Human Resources Manager – manages the HR department day to day, overseeing the practices and processes that keep it aligned with company goals. Getting this hire right matters: a strong HR Manager sets the tone for the whole function.
  • People Business Partner – ensures HRM strategies align with business goals, advising on HR issues and collaborating across departments to support organisational changes.
  • Human Resources Generalist – or HR Advisor. Handles a wide range of tasks across various functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration and compliance. They provide support to both employees and management.
  • Human Resources Officer – responsible for staff performance and wellbeing, and the main point of contact between employees and employer. An essential role in larger organisations.
  • Human Resources Administrator – handles the administrative tasks within the HR department, such as maintaining employee records and scheduling employee training.
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How we can support your HR hiring strategy

  • Your HR recruitment specialist can advise on how to structure your HR team to maximise efficiency while ensuring key areas are covered.
  • We can provide focused support on particular aspects of HR, depending on where there are gaps in your knowledge or organisation.
  • We’ll put in the work and dedication to find the right candidate for in-demand HR roles like employee relations and diversity & inclusion.
  • Our experts can advise on wider recruitment strategy, including skills gap analysis and salary benchmarking, drawing on insights from our annual Salary & Benefits Guide, based on a survey of nearly 1,000 UK professionals.
  • If you’re hiring HR talent internationally, our Tiger EOR service can manage payroll, compliance and employment contracts on your behalf, with no minimum headcount required.

Whichever HR role you’re looking to fill, feel free to pick up the phone and speak to us today.

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Our recent HR recruitment case studies

Discover how we help organisations recruit the right HR team for their needs.

Appointing a senior HR director

Learn more about how Tiger HR supported a growing real estate firm to secure a highly experienced HR director ahead of their European expansion.

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Support during a restructure

A growing not-for-profit needed a versatile senior leader for a newly created people and operations role following an internal restructure. Find out how Tiger HR found the right candidate.

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The skills to prioritise in human resources recruitment

HR hiring should centre on finding candidates with the right balance of skills. This ensures they’re a great match for the role and capable of driving development and growth within your team and the company as a whole.

1. Communication

Strong communication skills are needed for most people-facing tasks, from resolving conflicts and giving feedback to sharing company policies. Good communication is also essential for building trust with employees and creating a positive work environment.

2. Leadership

Especially if you’re looking to hire an HR manager or another senior HR role, strong leadership is crucial in motivating your team and helping drive forward HRM strategy.

3. Proactivity

Having HR staff able to anticipate potential issues and act in advance to solve them is key to staying ahead of regulatory changes, maintaining compliance and improving risk management.

4. Coaching

HR professionals are often involved in training and development, and should be well-versed in questioning and active listening, building rapport and providing constructive feedback.

5. Advising

This is key when you recruit HR professionals to connect employees and employers. They need to provide reliable, ethical advice that benefits both parties, guiding supportive and compliant policies and best practices in the organisation.

6. Analysis

Increasingly an essential skill with AI-powered HRIS tools in the picture. Hires should be able to interpret staff data to identify trends, challenges and opportunities within the workforce.

7. Teamwork

Even a lean HR function frequently needs to collaborate, whether when helping to develop policies and implement HR initiatives within teams or organising company social events.

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What human resources staffing needs can we help with?

Temporary Placements

If you need temporary recruitment, Tiger HR has you covered. We can quickly find interim HR staff or freelance HR consultants tailored to your specific business needs, even at short notice.

Fixed-term contracts

Our proven marketing and candidate sourcing methods are designed to attract the best talent, even for more challenging FTCs. This is what sets us apart from other HR staffing agencies.

Permanent recruitment

As a top HR recruiter, we’re experts in making permanent recruitment matches that last. Our tailored approach brings companies candidates with the right skills, personality and values.

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Companies we work with

As an HR recruitment specialist, we support a range of businesses across a variety of industries. Our HR recruiters work with investment banks, professional services, property companies, PE firms, FMCG, creative companies, tech start-ups, SMEs and smaller businesses, to name a few.

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“The team at Tiger are responsive and lovely to work with. The successful candidate is thriving and I am thrilled Tiger found him for us.”

Where can you find Tiger HR?

Our HR recruitment agency is based in London, with offices in both the West End and the City. In addition, we can service regional UK requirements from our Bristol and Manchester offices.

Our agencies in New York, Zurich and Dubai service clients in the US, Europe and MENA regions, supporting human resources recruitment across these locations and further afield.

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Explore our HR recruitment resources

As experts in the field, we provide specific resources to help you meet your HR hiring goals. Explore workplace insights and find events and webinars designed to help HR staff in their roles.

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Rely on Tiger as your HR recruiter

Tiger HR is a market-leading human resources recruitment agency. Our tailored approach, supported by our deep understanding of HR hiring and a robust network of talented candidates, means we can quickly find staff that match your needs and exceed your expectations. We can provide a shortlist within 72 hours of briefing, so get in touch today to get started.

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Human resource recruitment FAQs

What specific HR roles does Tiger recruit for?

The HR roles that we recruit for include but are not limited to HR Directors, HR Business Partners, HR Generalists, Diversity and Inclusion Specialists, Talent Acquisition, Internal Recruitment, Reward and Compensation, Learning and Development, and Employee Relations Specialists.

What pre-screening process do you follow when you recruit HR professionals?

We take great care when looking to recruit HR professionals, reviewing job applications to ensure we are identifying the closest applicant-job-description matches.

During the shortlisting process, we will consider their professional background alongside their values, qualifications, experience, skill set and projected candidate-organisation fit. We meet every candidate (either face-to-face or on video call) and interview them thoroughly for each role before submitting them to a client.

What are your success rates in filling HR vacancies?

Tiger HR is a bespoke HR recruiter, and our team is made up of experienced human resources specialists and CIPD-qualified specialists who have been successfully filling HR roles for many years. Our client and candidate testimonials and reviews will speak for themselves.

As an HR recruitment specialist, what types of clients do you work with?

We work with businesses across a range of industries, including investment banks, professional services, property companies, PE firms, FMCG, creative companies, tech start-ups, SMEs and smaller businesses, to name a few.

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