HR Manager

HR Manager – Ready to make a difference? If you’re excited about leading HR in a pioneering organisation that values innovation and sustainability, then this company wants to hear from you!

As their first HR Manager, you will be the cornerstone of their human resources function, setting the stage for a thriving workplace culture, in their team in Coventry on a part time basis.

Company benefits include:

• Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 for 20 hours per week (£40,000 - £50,000 FTE) depending on experience.
• Holiday: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hours: Flexible working hours across 5 days.
• Employee extras: free on-site parking, competitive pension, Cycle to work scheme, Electric vehicle scheme, Private medical cover, Income protection, Free mortgage & broker advice, Retailer discounts and Health Assured programme (24hr helpline and portal to support employees through life’s issues).

About the role:

This is a great HR Manager role with the opportunity to lead HR initiatives that attract, retain, and develop top talent within a forward-thinking organisation. You’ll work closely with the management team to build a cohesive work environment that fosters collaboration, encourages growth, and champions our vision of sustainability. With external legal support and mentoring provided, you’ll have the tools you need to succeed in this standalone role.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring that we attract the best talent.
• Advise and support on employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary matters.
• Oversee performance management processes, driving productivity and development.
• Review and update HR policies to align with company objectives and UK employment law.
• Centralise and enhance training and development programmes to facilitate employee growth.
• Collaborate with finance to manage outsourced payroll processes and benefits administration.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to cultivate a vibrant workplace culture.
• Provide HR reports and analytics to support informed strategic decision-making.

About you:

You will be an experienced HR Manager with a passion for people and a commitment to building a supportive work environment. With at least two years of HR experience, ideally within the waste management or recycling sectors, you bring a robust understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build trust and rapport with team members at all levels, and you are adept at managing sensitive information with discretion. A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or higher) is preferred, and familiarity with People HR will be advantageous. You are proactive, organised, and ready to embrace the challenge of shaping our HR function in a dynamic and collaborative setting.

Apply today to join the Sherbourne Recycling family and help us shape the future of waste management.

Please forward an up-to-date CV with a brief introductory paragraph on what motivated you to apply for this role and how your skills/experience make you suitable for this role. We look forward to hearing from you.

No recruitment agencies, please.