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About Morningstar Morningstar is a leading global provider of independent investment insights, serving both individual and institutional investors across public and private markets. Our offerings include a wide range of data, research, and investment management services, with $300+ billion in assets under management. The Role The People Operations team (part of People & Culture) provides day ‑ to ‑ day support services to over 2,000 Morningstar employees across EMEA, covering onboarding/offboarding, benefits, payroll, immigration, and employee data management. This 6 ‑ month   fixed ‑ term   contract provides   maternity leave   cover and requires someone who can step in quickly,   operate   independently, and   maintain   a high standard of operational excellence.   Our team also supports global and regional People & Culture programs, including annual performance reviews, talent processes, and various cross ‑ functional projects. You will primarily support colleagues in   South Africa, the UAE, and the Nordics , while also providing flexible support across other EMEA markets. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will ensure a seamless employee experience by executing efficient, compliant, and employee ‑ centric processes throughout the employee lifecycle. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys   optimising   workflows, mapping processes, and driving operational improvements . You will have the opportunity to   identify   gaps, propose solutions, and help shape scalable People & Culture processes across the region. What   You’ll   Do: • Serve as a key point of contact for employee inquiries via the Service Portal, email, or chat, providing   timely   and   accurate   guidance. • Manage end ‑ to ‑ end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, offboarding, job changes, and mobility cases. • Prepare, review, and issue employment documentation (contracts, letters, addendums) in line with local legal, regulatory, and language requirements. • Maintain   accurate   employee data in Workday and related systems, ensuring   timely   updates and strong data governance. • Conduct regular data audits, reporting, and analysis to support business decisions and monitor trends. • Stay informed on labour law and regulatory changes across supported markets, ensuring compliance in all employment matters. • Maintain and continuously improve internal HR policies, procedures, and knowledge bases. • Support   monthly payroll operations , including validating employee data, preparing payroll inputs, coordinating with payroll providers, and resolving payroll queries. • Partner with external vendors (benefits providers, brokers, immigration consultants) to ensure high ‑ quality service delivery. • Support visa sponsorship and immigration processes, coordinating with external counsel and ensuring compliance with local requirements. • Contribute to cross ‑ functional projects, process mapping, and process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and employee experience. Who You Are: • You have   2+ years of HR operations experience   in an   EMEA or international corporate environment , supporting multiple countries or complex regional setups. • You are fluent in English;   proficiency   in   additional   European or regional languages is a plus. • You have experience with HR systems such as   Workday HCM , ServiceNow, or similar HR tools. • You have a strong understanding of HR operations and an interest in core HR topics such as employment law, benefits, or payroll. • You are   detail ‑ oriented ,   organised , and committed to delivering   high ‑ quality ,   employee ‑ centric   support . • You are a proactive problem solver who thrives in a collaborative,   fast ‑ paced , and evolving environment. • You enjoy   mapping, improving, and   standardising   processes   to drive operational efficiency and   a better   employee experience. Ready to Shape the Future?   At Morningstar, every hire we make strengthens our mission to empower investor success.   Join us as a permanent People Operations   Specialist   and help shape an exceptional employee experience for our colleagues across the UK and Jersey. Base Salary Compensation Range (pro rated) GBP 39,600.00 - 52,800 Bonus Target: 7.5% Annual Base Salary Compensation Range 0.00-0.00 Bonus Target: We expect the compensation and target bonus for this role to fall within the stated range. The specific compensation offered will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors. Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.