We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to set up and lead our human resources operations. This role involves overseeing employee relations, recruitment, training and development, compliance with employment law, and broader talent management initiatives. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of fostering a positive and productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment and Onboarding:

– Develop effective staffing strategies to attract and retain the best talent.

– Oversee induction programmes to ensure smooth integration for new employees.

– Be involved with the recruitment process and candidate selection.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

– Act as the primary point of contact for employee queries, concerns, and disputes.

– Design and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

– Provide advice and support for conflict resolution and employee coaching.

– Ensure consistent and fair application of workplace policies and procedures.

Training and Development:

– Liaise with Managers to Identify learning needs and organise suitable training programmes.

– Coordinate and oversee workshops, training sessions, and professional development initiatives.

– Track and evaluate training outcomes and their contribution to organisational goals.

Pay and Benefits:

– Assist in the administration of payroll, benefits schemes, and compensation policies.

– Ensure benefits packages are competitive and meet organisational needs.

– Provide guidance to employees regarding their benefits and entitlements.

Compliance and Legal:

– Ensure adherence to UK employment laws and regulations, including contracts, benefits, and health and safety requirements.

– Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.

– Stay updated on employment law developments and best practices.

HR Strategy and Reporting:

– Create HR strategy and present to Directors.

– Work with senior management to align HR strategies with business objectives.

– Prepare and present reports on HR metrics, such as staff turnover and engagement levels.

– Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and systems.

Requirements

-Demonstrable experience in a senior HR role.

– Experience with creating HR strategy.

– Strong knowledge of HR best practices and UK employment law.

– Happy working as a sole member of the HR team initially.

– Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

– Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters.

– Familiarity with HR software systems (e.g., BrightHR).

– Relevant qualification (CIPD, Degree, HND etc) will be considered but is not essential.