Job Description

A dynamic and innovative investment company who specialise in the retail and consumer goods sector are searching for an ambitious People and HR Manager to work directly with the Head of Operations, you will be building out the HR function for the company providing strategic advise, implementing new initiatives and systems and operational providing support on a range of people-focused projects. This is an amazing opportunity to join a collaborative and dynamic team in a fast-paced environment and this is a vital role in the growth and success of the firm. They are looking for someone ideally with start up experience who has built the HR function of a company before but who is also happy to do the more administrative side of the role for the time being.
Responsibilities include:
Coordinating and executing People management at a high level working closely with the Head of Operations on a range of HR matters including:

• Assisting with all HR matters relating to the full employee lifecycle, including but not limited to offer letters and contracts of employment, probation periods, employment changes, maternity/paternity/shared parental leave, references, and leavers.
• Implementing new systems and initiatives (e.g. L&D, D&I etc)
• Project Management
• Maintaining/updating employee records on the HR System and relevant databases, including Payroll, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data.
• Support with special HR projects including employee wellbeing and diversity & inclusion policies.
• Managing e-mail, telephone and post; screen and redirect as required using own initiative to alert important issues as they arise.
• Assisting with updating and reviewing policies and procedures..

Previous experience in a similar role (approx 3 years)

• Ownership and initiative - proactively taking on projects and seeing through to completion
• An interest in, and knowledge of, the retail and consumer industries and entrepreneurship
• A good academic background - ideally a graduate but not necessary
• at least 3 years of similar experience
• Positive, can-do attitude, willing and able to adjust to multiple demands and demonstrating a high level of flexibility
• A confident and charismatic personality with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Genuine team player approach

It is important that you have previous experience in a similar role but this opportunity is all about having a great attitude, and will suit someone looking for career growth in an exciting, creative and dynamic environment.
Job Features Job Category Administrator, Career, HR, Job Ad, London, Operations, Recruitment, Start-up

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