Human Resources & Talent Manager

HR & Talent Manager | London | £55,000 - £60,000 DOE

A leading Mediterranean restaurant group in London is seeking an experienced HR & Talent Manager to drive its people strategy and foster a high-performing, engaged workforce. With multiple locations across the city, this group is committed to delivering authentic hospitality, exceptional service, and a workplace where employees can thrive.

The Role

As HR & Talent Manager, you'll play a key role in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. You'll oversee recruitment, onboarding, learning & development, employee relations, and HR compliance, ensuring best practices across the business. This is a standalone role reporting into the SLT.

Key Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition & Recruitment – Lead end-to-end recruitment, ensuring the best talent is hired at all levels.
• Onboarding & Induction – Create a seamless and welcoming experience for new hires.
• Learning & Development – Design and implement training programs to support career growth.
• Employee Relations (ER) – Provide expert advice and support to ensure fair, consistent resolutions.
• HR Policies & Compliance – Maintain up-to-date policies in line with UK employment law.
• Performance Management – Support managers in driving high performance through appraisals and development plans.
• Engagement & Retention – Develop initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
• HR Systems & Data – Ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting to support business decisions.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in HR or Talent Management within the restaurant sector.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work strategically while managing hands-on operational HR tasks.
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) preferred.
• Passion for people development and creating a positive workplace culture.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the people strategy of a growing hospitality business. If you're passionate about creating a great workplace and developing talent, we'd love to hear from you!