Description
Human Resources Manager
Salary up to £48,000 (pro-rated from £60,000)
Part time (4 days/week)
Role Overview
The Group Human Resources Manager is responsible for the effective management of all HR activities across the organisation. The role ensures that HR policies, procedures and practices support the needs of the business, employees and managers, while maintaining compliance with employment legislation and company requirements.
Working closely with the Senior Management Team, the post holder provides advice and guidance on a range of people matters, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, attendance management and employee well-being.
The role is responsible for developing HR processes, enabling career progression and promoting a positive and inclusive working environment. The post-holder operates with a high degree of autonomy and leads the day to day delivery of HR services across the organisation.
Responsibilities
HR management and compliance
Develop, review and implement HR policies, procedures and programmes, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and organisational requirements
Oversee the provision of HR services across the organisation
Ensure employee records and HR documentation are maintained accurately, securely and confidentially
Manage employment related documentation including contracts of employment, variations to terms and conditions, probation reviews and termination paperwork
Maintain HR records and documentation to support organisational compliance requirements, accreditation standards and internal and external audits
Coordinate the provision of HR information, reports and evidence required for audits, inspections and compliance reviews
Monitor changes in employment legislation and recommend updates to policies and practices where require
Provide practical HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on employment matters and company policiesRecruitment and on-boarding
Support the recruitment process, including advertising vacancies, shortlisting and finalising the appointment of candidates
Advise managers on workforce planning and recruitment requirements
Ensure effective on-boarding processes are in place for all new employees
Coordinate and deliver company induction programmes and new starter arrangements
Promote a positive candidate and employee experience throughout the recruitment and on-boarding processEmployee relations
Manage employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence management procedures
Provide guidance to managers on resolving workplace issues fairly, consistently and in line with company procedures
Support employee welfare and well-being and signpost employees to appropriate support where required
Foster positive working relationships and encourage a respectful and inclusive working environmentTraining, development and performance
Oversee employee training and development activities across the organisation
Identify training needs and work with managers to develop employees and teams
Coordinate mandatory training, refresher training and professional development opportunities
Develop and maintain career progression frameworks and employee development pathways
Lead performance management processes and provide guidance to managers on performance related matters
Coordinate succession planning and development opportunities across the organisationAttendance and well-being
Monitor attendance, absence and leave across the organisation
Advise managers on the effective management of attendance issues and absence procedures
Analyse absence trends and recommend actions to support employee well-being and operational needs
Promote initiatives that enhance employee well-being and engagementHR systems, reporting and process improvement
Maintain effective HR systems, records and reporting processes
Produce regular HR reports and management information for the Senior Management Team
Monitor and analyse HR data relating to recruitment, retention, training, attendance and employee turnover
Review and improve HR processes and systems to ensure they remain efficient, compliant and user friendly
Lead or support HR related projects and organisational change initiatives as requiredPayroll, benefits and pensions
Provide payroll related information accurately and within agreed timescales
Maintain effective working relationships with benefit providers, brokers and other external partners
Act as the main point of contact for employee benefits, providing information and support to employees where required
Ensure employee benefit records are maintained accurately and communicated effectively to employees
Review employee benefits arrangements periodically and make recommendations to ensure they remain appropriate and aligned with organisational needs
Work collaboratively with Finance on matters relating to payroll, pensions and employee benefitsLeadership and Management
Provide day to day management and development for the HR Business Support Officer
Allocate and prioritise workloads to ensure the effective delivery of HR administration and support
Promote continuous improvement, development and good practice within the HR functionSkills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Proven experience in an HR management role
Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
Experience of managing employee relations cases and advising managers on people matters
Experience of leading recruitment and on-boarding activities
Experience of coordinating training and development programmes
Ability to analyse HR information and produce meaningful reports
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective working relationships with employees and managers at all levels
Professional, approachable and able to handle confidential information appropriately
Proficient in the use of HR systems and Microsoft Office applications
CIPD qualification or equivalent professional experienceDesirable
Degree level qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related subject
Experience of supporting organisational growth, workforce planning or career development initiatives
