Job Description

HR Manager (Standalone Role)

Location:

Banbury, Oxfordshire

Part-Time (25 - 30 hours per week)

Salary:

Competitive + Benefits

Are you an experienced HR Advisor or Business Partner ready to take the next step in your HR career?

We're looking for a motivated and capable HR professional to join John Nicholls in a standalone HR Manager role based at our head office in Banbury, Oxfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to step up and take full ownership of the HR function in a supportive, growing, and people-focused business.

You'll oversee the full HR remit--including recruitment, employee relations, L&D, policy, compliance, and payroll data preparation--while working closely with managers and senior leadership across our multi-site branch network. Some occasional travel will be required to visit our regional locations.

What You'll Need:

CIPD Level 5 Experience in a generalist HR role, ideally with exposure to employee relations Solid understanding of UK employment law Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills A proactive mindset and the confidence to work independently

What We Offer:

circa 45,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time) Performance-based bonus scheme 21 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata) Company pension and generous staff discount Autonomy to shape and lead the HR function Supportive leadership team and real development opportunity
Job Type: Part-time

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Banbury OX17 3SN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person