HR Manager (Standalone)

Role Overview

As the standalone HR Manager, you will oversee all aspects of human resources and office management, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment. This is a standalone position, requiring a hands-on, self-motivated professional who can manage the full spectrum of HR activities independently.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
   • Manage end-to-end hiring processes, from job postings to candidate selection and offers.
   • Oversee onboarding programs to integrate new hires effectively.
   • Handle employee offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions.
2. Performance Management
   • Implement and oversee performance review cycles, including goal-setting initiatives.
   • Develop and manage recognition programs to motivate and retain employees.
3. Compensation and Benefits
   • Administer and maintain the salary structure, ensuring competitiveness.
   • Manage benefits programs, including health, pension, and other perks.
   • Conduct periodic compensation reviews to ensure alignment with industry benchmarks.
4. Legal Compliance
   • Ensure compliance with UK labour laws and regulations.
   • Draft and manage employee contracts, ensuring legal accuracy and clarity.
   • Develop and implement company-wide policies in line with legal standards.
5. HR Policy Development
   • Create and regularly update HR policies to support company objectives.
   • Effectively communicate policies to employees and provide guidance on their application.
6. Health and Safety
   • Promote and maintain a safe working environment.
   • Implement programs to support employees' mental and physical well-being.
7. Office Management
   • Oversee daily office operations, including facilities management and vendor coordination.
   • Ensure efficient administration and smooth functioning of office systems.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HR professional in a standalone or similar capacity.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant HR experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment laws and HR best practices.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Note: This job description summarises the main aspects of the job, but does not cover all the duties that the jobholder may be required to perform. This document is intended to enhance the understanding and may be changed/amended as the job/business needs require.