Hr Manager

We are working with a growing business based in Leek, and they are looking for a HR Manager to join the business, supporting 2 companies in the group.

This is a hybrid role and can be flexible with home / office working.

This role is a busy position and responsible for providing HR support on a range of generalist areas to both blue and white collar workers. Candidates should be confident, can hit the ground running, and can build relationships.

Reporting into the MD and Head of Operations, the role is working as part of a team of 3 and involves supporting a client group of approximately 150 employees across 2 companies. The focus of the role is to ensure the smooth running of the HR function and the development and monitoring of HR processes across the employment life cycle, including:

1. Leading a team of 2 people.
2. Supporting a client group of approximately 150 employees across 2 companies in the group (mix of manufacturing, highly skilled / highly academic white collar, and central services).
3. Providing support with the development and delivery of HR strategy and other HR initiatives.
4. Maintaining a clear understanding and providing up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices and advice on UK employment law.
5. Providing expert HR advice and guidance to managers and staff on HR matters.
6. Working on various HR projects, including reviewing and improving the induction and onboarding process, HR communications across the companies, and reviewing and improving HR policies, processes, contracts, handbooks, etc.
7. Supporting all areas of Employee Relations (ER), including resolving day-to-day issues and fostering a positive working environment.
8. Managing end-to-end recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
9. Identifying and implementing training programs to enhance skills and support employee career growth.
10. Supporting the Payroll manager across all payroll processes to ensure staff are paid on time and correctly.
11. Working on Employee Engagement initiatives to foster connection, collaboration, and engagement across all teams.
12. Guiding and reviewing performance management processes including performance reviews and OKR achievement.
13. Analysing and reporting HR information to support benchmarking and the development of HR strategies and solutions.

For this role, candidates will ideally be CIPD Qualified and will need proven HR experience at this level, confident in dealing with a wide range of generalist HR duties. As this role supports 2 companies in the group, candidates should have experience supporting both blue and white collar workers.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role. The ideal candidate will be motivated, enthusiastic, and able to work on their own initiative, with a passion for making this role their own. This role would be ideal for an experienced HR Professional looking for a new opportunity with a well-established business.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing and successful company. In return, you will receive a 10% bonus, 23 days plus stats, and free parking.

This is an immediate need, so ideally candidates will be available on short notice - please apply online and a consultant from Cameron James will be in touch ASAP.