People Operations Generalist – Emea

**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** ---------------------------------- **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.