HR Manager

JOB TITLE: HR Manager

JOB TYPE: Full-time Permanent

Salary: Up to 60,000 p.a.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager to lead and deliver a comprehensive HR service across this organisation. This role is responsible for ensuring the effective coordination and implementation of HR processes, policies, and procedures, while supporting business strategy and driving a high-performance, people-focused culture.

The HR Manager will act as a key advisor to senior leadership, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice while continuously improving HR operations and employee engagement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

HR Leadership & Strategy

• Provide expert HR guidance and support to managers and senior stakeholders
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategy aligned with business objectives
• Lead organisational change initiatives and promote a positive workplace culture
• Coach managers to improve leadership capability and people management skills
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and internal communication forums

Team Management

• Lead and develop the HR team, ensuring effective delivery of HR services across the business
• Set objectives, monitor performance, and support continuous professional development
• Delegate workload appropriately and ensure high standards of service delivery

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Support and advise on recruitment needs across all levels of the organisation
• Work with external recruitment partners where required
• Oversee recruitment activity and ensure efficient, high-quality hiring processes

Systems & HR Operations

• Oversee HR systems including HRIS, learning platforms, and time & attendance systems
• Liaise with system providers and internal IT teams to ensure optimal functionality and development

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs and support the design and delivery of development programmes
• Promote succession planning and continuous employee development

Compensation & Benefits

• Support payroll processes and employee benefits administration
• Benchmark compensation and benefits to ensure competitiveness within the market

Policy, Compliance & General HR

• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures in line with legislation
• Ensure full compliance with employment law and HR best practice
• Manage employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance, and tribunal cases
• Oversee occupational health and workplace wellbeing processes
• Support health, safety, and environmental compliance as required
• Manage performance appraisal systems to drive high performance

ABOUT YOU

Proven experience in a senior HR role covering the full HR generalist remit

Strong knowledge of UK employment law and practical application in the workplace

Experience developing and implementing HR strategy and driving organisational change

CIPD qualified or equivalent (or working towards)

Strong leadership and team management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels

Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities

Experience with HR systems (HRIS, LMS, T&A systems) preferred

Commercially aware with a pragmatic, business-focused approach

High level of integrity and commitment to confidentiality

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively

WHAT'S ON OFFER

A strategic HR leadership role with real influence across the organisation

Opportunity to shape culture, engagement, and people strategy

Professional development and career progression opportunities

A collaborative and supportive working environment