The professional body for HR

Membership

Why join?

City HR connects HR professionals across financial and professional services, offering expert insights, legal updates, and access to a powerful peer network. Members benefit from events, specialist groups, and resources that keep them ahead of trends while sharing best practices and tackling industry-specific challenges.

With exclusive tools like benchmarking, shared policies, and discounted training, City HR supports both strategic thinking and day-to-day HR needs. It’s a space to grow your skills, influence policy, and collaborate beyond the HR silo—making it an essential hub for professional development and impact.

“City HR provides a great opportunity to learn, keep up to date with latest developments and key changes facing Financial Services.”

Sue Maple, Group Head, HR, TPICAP

Knowledge Exchange

To share and exchange approaches and to leverage best practice on HR issues.

Benchmarking

Participate in HR benchmarking amongst peers in a safe environment.

Shared Resources

City HR develops policies, procedures and guidance manuals on relevant issues affecting a large number of employers and these are available to all members on a free basis.

Specialist Networks and Groups

Our SIGs and networks bring together specialists and external experts to collaborate on areas like EDI, ESG, and AI or industry groups around Insurance, Fintech and International organisations.

Discounted Training

Obtain high quality HR training, education and consultancy services at a discounted rate.

Cross-Department Collaboration

Prevent HR from “operating in a silo”, especially in large organisations.

What you get

Regular Webinars

Join our weekly online sessions to explore topical People and Culture issues with peers across the HR function.

SIGs & Networks

Our SIGs and networks bring together specialists and external experts to collaborate on areas like EDI, ESG, and AI or industry groups around Insurance, Fintech and International organisations.

Quarterly Forums

Connect in person with fellow members at our quarterly events featuring inspiring speakers, insightful discussions, and meaningful networking.

Annual Conference

Each member organisation receives one complimentary ticket to our flagship conference — a must-attend event for HR professionals.

Newsletter & Podcasts

Stay updated with expert insights and HR news delivered straight to your inbox & headphones every quarter.

Curated Community of Associate Members

Access a trusted community of expert partners through our Associate Membership network, offering support across all areas of the HR agenda.

Best Practice Guides

Access practical toolkits, guides and position papers to support the implementation of key HR initiatives across your organisation.

Biennial Benchmarking

Benefit from data-driven insights into sector-wide HR trends through our respected benchmarking survey, run every two years.

CPO Sunrise Symposia

Take part in exclusive, small-group discussions for CPOs, featuring thought-provoking content and peer-to-peer exchange.

Trusted Supplier Network

A roster of HR suppliers that City HR has identified and validated for specific HR services that financial services need.

How much does it cost?

Member organisations pay a nominal annual subscription for all of their employees within the HR function. This covers the operating costs of the Association and enables City HR to deliver a range of services which are either free (i.e. contained with the subscription) or heavily subsidised.

How many UK employees does your organisation have?

1 - 499 Employees

£2,700 + VAT

Associate Member

£4,200 + VAT

500-999 Employees

£3,500 + VAT

Associate Member

£4,200 + VAT

1000+ Employees

£5,000 + VAT

Associate Member

£4,200 + VAT

Digital Membership is also available and priced based on organisation size and if you are an existing member. Contact us to learn more.

Take the first step towards expanding your network, advancing your business, and making a positive impact in your community.

Associate Members

Limited to 20% of the total membership, our associate members are a valued part of City HR – bringing expert skills to our members. 

LevelUp
Eversheds Sutherland
Hargreaves Lansdown
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Inclusio
Aon
HireRight
Taylor Wessing LLP
Talking Talent
Simmons & Simmons LLP
OE
Oakleaf Partnership
Mercer
LHH
Inclusive Employers
Fox Williams
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP
Cambridge Spark
byrne·dean
BCLP
Birketts LLP
Allen & Overy

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Why Join City HR?

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