HR Manager

Job Description

Lloyd Recruitment Services is partnering with a distinguished organisation in the search for a skilled HR Manager to undertake a 15-month maternity cover. This presents an exciting opportunity for a proactive and experienced HR professional to lead and impact various facets of HR, including employee relations, recruitment, and overall HR strategy.Whats in it for you

• Salary £65k depending on experience
• Monday to Friday 37.5 hour week
• Free parking on-site
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced annual leave allowance of 32 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays
• An Employee Assistance Programme with access to trained counsellors
• Wellness events to promote health and wellbeing
• Plus many more amazing company perks and benefits

Key Responsibilities:As the HR Manager, you will:

• Act as the primary contact for all HR-related queries, offering proactive advice and support to the Board of Directors and management team on employee relations matters
• Develop and execute the companys recruitment strategy, crafting engaging materials for candidates, managing relationships with recruitment partners, and employing a multi-faceted approach to attract top talent
• Oversee the implementation of the companys retention strategy, reporting key issues to the Board, providing advice on remuneration and benefits, and leading employee engagement activities
• Manage a small HR team, ensuring effective line management to meet the HR needs of the business
• Take the lead on employee relations matters, including informal meetings, investigations, disciplinary hearings, and exit interviews, ensuring a fair and compliant approach
• Champion mental health and wellbeing initiatives, delivering a comprehensive HR onboarding program reflective of the companys culture
• Review and update HR policies, ensuring compliance with employment regulations and best practices
• Manage absence procedures within the company, ensuring compliance with all absence processes, including liaising with Payroll and leading welfare meetings
• Oversee the offboarding process, conducting exit interviews, and maintaining effective HR records
• Lead the HR input into ad hoc project work and represent the company in Employment Tribunal cases when necessary

Person Specification:

• Capability and confidence leading a small team of HR professionals
• The ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, and Directors at all levels, as well as the external HR Consultant
• A logical, methodical approach to the task at hand
• Excellent documentation and communication skills with a keen level of attention to detail
• A personable nature
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in reactive situations
• Professionalism and an overall positive attitude

Core Skills:

• Be qualified to CIPD Level 7 or equivalent (desirable)
• Demonstrate experience in a generalist Head of HR or HR Manager role
• Have significant experience in managing employee relations issues
• Demonstrate experience in a commercial or profit-making environment
• Have led a team of HR professionals, showcasing leadership and business management skills
• Possess the ability to motivate and manage staff

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience working in a client-led industry
• A BA Degree in HR Management or a related discipline

Salary £65k depending on experienceRefer a friend and earn up to £500! If you know someone who is searching for a new opportunity, recommend Lloyd Recruitment Services, and you will receive a retail voucher of your choice up to the value of £500. Full details can be found on our website.Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.By applying for this vacancy, you accept Lloyd Recruitment Services Privacy and GDPR Policy, which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you.Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.

Keyskills :
CIPD Level 7 or equivalentHR Management or a related discipline