Job Description

Role overview:

To initiate, coordinate and implement HR business processes, functions, and procedures to develop and sustain a productive workforce and positive work environment.

Key responsibilities - HR Manager:

Manage the recruitment process from placing adverts to overseeing interview appointments, competency testing, references, and appointment documentation. Ensure right to work and employment contract compliance, monitor staff progress during their probationary period and ensure appropriately timed appraisals take place in conjunction with the line manager. Ensure the company meets its obligations in respect of the statutory pension scheme. Develop and manage a staff performance review programme; working with managers and individual staff to prepare detailed performance objectives, personal development plans and ensure they are monitored and revised as required. Provide training and development opportunities for managers, individual staff, and teams; train and coach individuals where required and liaise with outside providers to provide training events and resources. Investigate opportunities to improve staff motivation and encourage greater engagement with the company and its customers; develop and implement proposals with the agreement of the General Manager and Managing Director. Advise the General Manager and Managing Director of changes in legislation or practice which may impact on the business. Develop and implement actions to ensure compliance across the company. Work with our external advisors to update staff handbooks, contracts, and other employee documentation in line with changes in company policy and legislation. Advise and assist the General Manager and Managing Director in managing changes which impact on employees. Manage and document disciplinary and grievance procedures, both formal and informal. Oversee clocking system and BrightHR online portal to ensure accurate record keeping and ensuring correct processes and procedures are followed. Work closely with payroll to ensure accuracy and assist in timely processing. Ensure leaver administration is carried out including the recording of exit interviews; advise the General Manager and Managing Director of any trends or patterns in reasons for leaving.

About you - HR Manager:

Excellent IT and computer literacy Practical and logical; able to problem solve effectively Confident and able to deliver training to staff across all levels Excellent English verbal and written communication skills A positive can-do attitude Have 2+ years of HR experience Previous experience with recruitment Have a relevant CIPD qualification

Personal qualities - HR Manager:

Self-motivated, hardworking, and focused A good team player with drive and determination Enthusiastic Innovative Strategic thinker Reliable, resilient, resourceful Adaptable and flexible Approachable and personable Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and fairness A keen eye for detail

About us:

Founded in 1981 we are Kent's largest motorcycle retailer employing 100+ people over seven locations in Maidstone, Aylesford, Ashford and Canterbury.

We aim to provide motivating and interesting job roles for all our team members and strive to enable a career path within our organization to enable as many staff as possible to progress and prosper.

Location:

Laguna Motorcycles Maidstone, Kent (this is an office-based position)

Contract type:

Full-time, Permanent

Working week:

Monday to Friday (37.5 hours)

Salary:

34-38,000 per annum depending on experience

Visit our website www.laguna.co.uk

Please send your CV and covering letter to: jobs@laguna.co.uk

Due to the high volume of applications, we will be unable to respond to everyone individually

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Maidstone: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

HR: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HR Manager-July_2025