Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Salary up to £48,000 (pro-rated from £60,000)

Part time (4 days/week)

Role Overview

The Group Human Resources Manager is responsible for the effective management of all HR activities across the organisation. The role ensures that HR policies, procedures and practices support the needs of the business, employees and managers, while maintaining compliance with employment legislation and company requirements.

Working closely with the Senior Management Team, the post holder provides advice and guidance on a range of people matters, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, attendance management and employee well-being.

The role is responsible for developing HR processes, enabling career progression and promoting a positive and inclusive working environment. The post-holder operates with a high degree of autonomy and leads the day to day delivery of HR services across the organisation.

Responsibilities

HR management and compliance

• Develop, review and implement HR policies, procedures and programmes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational requirements
• Oversee the provision of HR services across the organisation
• Ensure employee records and HR documentation are maintained accurately, securely and confidentially
• Manage employment related documentation including contracts of employment, variations to terms and conditions, probation reviews and termination paperwork
• Maintain HR records and documentation to support organisational compliance requirements, accreditation standards and internal and external audits
• Coordinate the provision of HR information, reports and evidence required for audits, inspections and compliance reviews
• Monitor changes in employment legislation and recommend updates to policies and practices where require
• Provide practical HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on employment matters and company policies

Recruitment and on-boarding

• Support the recruitment process, including advertising vacancies, shortlisting and finalising the appointment of candidates
• Advise managers on workforce planning and recruitment requirements
• Ensure effective on-boarding processes are in place for all new employees
• Coordinate and deliver company induction programmes and new starter arrangements
• Promote a positive candidate and employee experience throughout the recruitment and on-boarding process

Employee relations

• Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management procedures
• Provide guidance to managers on resolving workplace issues fairly, consistently and in line with company procedures
• Support employee welfare and well-being and signpost employees to appropriate support where required
• Foster positive working relationships and encourage a respectful and inclusive working environment

Training, development and performance

• Oversee employee training and development activities across the organisation
• Identify training needs and work with managers to develop employees and teams
• Coordinate mandatory training, refresher training and professional development opportunities
• Develop and maintain career progression frameworks and employee development pathways
• Lead performance management processes and provide guidance to managers on performance related matters
• Coordinate succession planning and development opportunities across the organisation

Attendance and well-being

• Monitor attendance, absence and leave across the organisation
• Advise managers on the effective management of attendance issues and absence procedures
• Analyse absence trends and recommend actions to support employee well-being and operational needs
• Promote initiatives that enhance employee well-being and engagement

HR systems, reporting and process improvement

• Maintain effective HR systems, records and reporting processes
• Produce regular HR reports and management information for the Senior Management Team
• Monitor and analyse HR data relating to recruitment, retention, training, attendance and employee turnover
• Review and improve HR processes and systems to ensure they remain efficient, compliant and user friendly
• Lead or support HR related projects and organisational change initiatives as required

Payroll, benefits and pensions

• Provide payroll related information accurately and within agreed timescales
• Maintain effective working relationships with benefit providers, brokers and other external partners
• Act as the main point of contact for employee benefits, providing information and support to employees where required
• Ensure employee benefit records are maintained accurately and communicated effectively to employees
• Review employee benefits arrangements periodically and make recommendations to ensure they remain appropriate and aligned with organisational needs
• Work collaboratively with Finance on matters relating to payroll, pensions and employee benefits

Leadership and Management

• Provide day to day management and development for the HR Business Support Officer
• Allocate and prioritise workloads to ensure the effective delivery of HR administration and support
• Promote continuous improvement, development and good practice within the HR function

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in an HR management role
• Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
• Experience of managing employee relations cases and advising managers on people matters
• Experience of leading recruitment and on-boarding activities
• Experience of coordinating training and development programmes
• Ability to analyse HR information and produce meaningful reports
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with employees and managers at all levels
• Professional, approachable and able to handle confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in the use of HR systems and Microsoft Office applications
• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional experience

Desirable

• Degree level qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related subject
• Experience of supporting organisational growth, workforce planning or career development initiatives