Human Resources Manager

Singer; Daventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.

Human Resources Manager

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, the HR Manager will provide HR support to our operations and engineering teams in the UK. Leading our UK HR team, the Human Resources Manager responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, employee records, employee relations, and safety. The successful candidate will also play a crucial role in global HR initiatives.

The HR Manager role is onsite and offered on a full-time, permanent basis. Hours of work are primarily Monday to Friday. Some flexibility is required based on business needs. Direct reports include a safety professional and HR Administrator.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure that the site HR team provides a consultancy and advisory service to managers on matters of discipline, grievance, and performance improvement while embracing the company’s core values.
2. Develop and make recommendations related to necessary changes to HR strategies, policies, practices, and processes.
3. Work with the global HR team to develop people-related strategies and programs.
4. Facilitate change management activities related to implementing HR initiatives and strategies.
5. Responsible for delivery of best practice, day-to-day advice and support that is compliant with current legal and professional standards.
6. Facilitate the negotiation of offers of employment, prepare employment contracts, and coordinate new hire onboarding.
7. Provide HR support and guidance on a range of people-related matters, including job description development, talent management, employee recognition, and succession planning.
8. Maintain and administer safety-related programmes, including safety audits and incident investigations.

Key Experience and Competencies

1. Five or more years of progressive experience in human resources management.
2. CIPD Level 5 Qualification required. A CIPD Level 7 Qualification is desirable.
3. Experience in disciplinary processes, up to and including dismissal.
4. Experience in contractual amendments requiring consultation.
5. High levels of integrity and confidentiality.
6. Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
7. People-oriented mindset with strong listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
8. Strong preference for HR experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
9. Organised with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
10. Confident with HR systems, as well as desktop software, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
11. Successful experience leading other HR professionals.

Working at Singer in the UK

We are on a journey to create a world-class, employer of choice work culture. As our HR Manager, we will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on. Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions. We offer a competitive compensation package with perks including:

• A bonus scheme
• Company pension
• 25 holidays
• 8 bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave programmes
• Private medical insurance
• Free parking

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.

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