Job Description

Human Resources Manager

40,000 - 47,000 ae

Sidcup

Company Overview

It is an exciting time to join Spy Alarms who are experiencing impressive growth. We are an award-winning company and one of the largest privately-owned installers of fire detection and security systems in the Southeast. We have just this week won the coveted title of Best Employer for our work with Apprentices and Skills for Security. Our staff continue to value the 'personal-feel' culture that Spy has retained despite our growth and enjoy working in a flexible, friendly, supportive team environment.

Job Purpose:

You will oversee all human resources operations and ensure they're aligned with business objectives. You will work closely with the Director of Human Resources, senior leadership team and other related Key Stakeholders to create a high-performing culture with the right people in the right place at the right time.

Key Accountabilities:

Provision of detailed onboarding processes, from vetting and contracts to induction and a follow-up 'chat' at 3 months. Maintain an open dialogue with the Recruiter to ensure the delivery of the right talent and maintain an accurate database of job descriptions for the Group. Support managers in the delivery of the Appraisal and Review processes ensuring progress is tracked and performance is managed. Communicate with employees regarding key milestones, updating systems and payroll accordingly. Provide up-to-date and knowledgeable advice to managers on the principles of UK employment law in employee relations matters. Ensuring HR policies, processes and procedures are updated and implemented. Consistently deliver an accurate and timely response to ER issues including employment tribunal claims, redundancy, organisational restructures, terminations, TUPE and acquisitions. Conduct exit interviews and communicate relevant recommendations to management and manage the financial exit with payroll. Coach, challenge and develop managers to equip them with the appropriate tools and knowledge to effectively manage their people and delivery of training across the group. Develop engagement and motivation with a programme of activities/initiatives delivered in the spirit of group, which will be led and managed by the post-holder. Own Data Analytics, analyse and interpret for Senior Management to meet commercial objectives whilst contributing to resolution to address highlighted areas. Regular attendance at Department meetings with the requirement to 'bring solutions' for sharing amongst the team. Ensure audits are conducted of HR functionality to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and group objectives. Uphold and promote company values. Perform other duties that may reasonably be required in line with your main duties, including other projects or activities as requested by the Group HR Director.

Essential Skills and Experience

Degree in Human Resources Management, or Level 5 CIPD with capability to support strategy and implement commercial acumen. Minimum 3 years' experience in a transactional HR role, with comparable experience. Good working knowledge of UK employment law and experience across all HR areas - employee relations, employee engagement, reward and recognition, welfare, learning and development, recruitment, employee administration, payroll. Strong organisational and excellent interpersonal skills. Confident, professional and proactive, agile work ethic with excellent time management. Adaptable to change and possess a willingness to embrace new ideas and processes. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present MI with methodical attention to detail. Intermediate to advanced IT skills to include Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook. A full-UK driving license and car is required for visiting other sites.

About you

In addition to the skills and experience required, you should be a positive and resilient character with a high level of energy and drive who thrives in a varied, fast-paced role. A commercial background in engineering, transport, manufacturing or where there is a strong contingent of remote workers is likely to be beneficial. You should be able to take up the position by mid-August.

Benefits:

In return, you have the chance to work for a successful growing NSI gold and BAFE approved company with a great reputation and knowledge of CCTV, Access Control and Fire and Intruder Alarms.

Competitive basic salary dependent on experience Pension Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and attendance bonus of 1 day BUPA employee assistance program Career progression opportunities Staff referral scheme Company sick pay Rewards & recognition programmes Ongoing training Company events

Hours and other details:

This is an office-based role in Sidcup Initially (relocating to Orpington) with standard hours of 8.30am-5.00pm Monday - Friday, but applying appropriate time to complete tasks in hand. You will also need to attend sites at other locations in the south-east.

One day working from home is available after probation.

NSSA Security Screening is required for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Orpington BR5 4AA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Please confirm that you have the required skills and experience on the job advert?
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 18/08/2025