Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead our HR department. You will be the sole HR specialist within a small business with 35 employees. Team members are both office based and field based, located across the UK & Ireland. You will be a member of the Senior Management Team, with 5 other Managers and company Directors. You will be key to shaping, overseeing and providing all aspects of HR support throughout the company. The successful candidate will be responsible for directly providing / managing all aspects of human resources practices and processes, ensuring alignment with organisational goals. This role offers an excellent opportunity to shape our company's HR strategy, foster a positive workplace culture, and support employee development. The ideal applicant will possess extensive knowledge of HR legislation and best practice, and exceptional communication abilities to effectively engage with staff at all levels.

Duties

Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organisational objectives Manage recruitment processes, including writing job descriptions, liaison with recruiters and/or advertising, involvement in interviews Oversee employee onboarding, training programmes, and performance management systems Provide HR support throughout the organisation Identify trends and inform decision-making Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies Lead employee relations initiatives to promote a positive work environment Support employee development opportunities Manage personnel files, personnel contracts and issuing employee letters Plan and implement training programs. Support managers on performance management and feedback Serve as a liaison between employees and management, help resolve employee conflicts and grievances Support the performance review process and all other HR processes Implement strategies to improve employee morale and retention Develop, maintain and enforce HR policies and procedures Manage HRIS systems for record keeping, reporting, and data analysis purposes Facilitate training sessions on HR policies, workplace safety and company policies

Experience

Proven management experience within human resources Supervising experience in a fast-paced organisational setting Knowledge of human resources management systems Excellent communication and presentation skills for engaging diverse audiences Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives, engage employees with change and foster organisational development Negotiation, mediation, and the ability to build relationships are vital skills for managing employee relations Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are critical for interacting with employees and stakeholders throughout the business, and potentially with key customers
This role is ideal for a proactive professional committed to advancing human resources excellence within a collaborative, diverse, dynamic, forward thinking and growing business.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,500.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 - 25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Private medical insurance Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Tarporley CW6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

HR: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

CIPD / SHRM / HRCI qualification (required)
Work Location: In person