Job Description

Pentagon Play are proud to be the UK's leading playground specialist, as well as an award-winning business that puts it's people first!We design, build, and install amazing outdoor play and learning environments across the UK.

As the HR Manager, you'll lead and deliver people-focused initiatives, ensuring compliance with employment law, supporting managers with employee relations, and driving a positive culture that helps our teams thrive.

What can we offer you?

Work from home 1 day a week (after probation) Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays Perks like a NHS top-up healthcare, holiday purchase scheme, onsite gym, and loads of team socials

Responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact for managers on HR matters, offering advice and coaching to support effective people management. Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, probation, performance management, appraisals, and exits. Oversee and continuously improve HR systems, processes, and policies to ensure compliance and efficiency. Lead employee relations casework (e.g. investigations, grievances, disciplinary, capability) with fairness and consistency. Deliver strategic HR initiatives across recruitment, compliance, learning and development, and talent retention. Work with the Senior Leadership Team to align HR priorities with the 1-year and 5-year business plans. Manage and support the HR team . Monitor and report on key HR metrics (e.g. turnover, absence, engagement, recruitment outcomes) and recommend actions. Keep up to date with employment law, government budget changes, and best practice to advise the business on impacts. Lead HR projects Support the Finance team with Payroll

Skills Required

CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role. Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice. Experience managing employee relations cases and supporting managers. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Confident with HRIS systems (Hibob would be advantageous) and data analysis.

What you will gain from this position:

Opportunity to shape and grow the HR function in a forward-thinking company. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
The Package

Competitive salary (DOE) Discretionary bonus scheme 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays Healthcare package Pension scheme Casual dress Frequent team and company socials Holiday purchase scheme Employee of the month awards Access to the Pentagon Training Academy (further education access)
If you have the skills we desire, align with our mission and embody our PEACHI values of Positivity, Empathy, Adaptability, Collaboration, Honesty and Innovation then we would love the opportunity to discuss your application further.

We encourage you to submit a cover letter with your CV, however this is optional.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person