Job Description

Location

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Remote

Hours

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Full-time / Part-time

Salary

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35k-45k

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

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At 5874, we care about people and we want to prioritise you as an individual. We can provide you with the skills and opportunity to develop and reach your full potential - what's most important is that you're a good fit and willing to learn - what you don't know we can teach you.


If you feel you are up for this role, then we want to hear from you.

Our expectations of you

Strategic & Hands-On:

Be a strategic thinker who can balance people-focused initiatives with data-driven decision making while being comfortable rolling up your sleeves to execute HR operations

Independent Remote Worker:

Work autonomously in a remote environment while maintaining excellent communication and collaboration with team members across all levels of the organisation

Ownership & Initiative:

Take full ownership of the people function, demonstrate proactive thinking, and drive cultural initiatives without constant oversight

Experimental Mindset:

Embrace testing new approaches to employee engagement, wellbeing, and culture-building that work effectively in a remote environment

Adaptable & Resilient:

Quickly adapt to changing priorities and handle sensitive people matters with discretion, while maintaining composure in challenging situations

Industry Awareness:

Stay current with HR trends, employment law updates, and remote work best practices to bring fresh insights that keep our people practices competitive and compliant

The Role

We're seeking an experienced People & Culture Manager to lead our human resources function and cultivate a positive, inclusive workplace culture. You'll be responsible for the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment through to development and retention, while ensuring compliance with UK employment law and fostering an environment where our team can thrive.


This role reports directly to the Director of Operations and will work closely with the leadership team.

Working Arrangements

This is a fully remote position open to candidates based anywhere in the UK. We operate with flexible working hours, though we ask for availability during core hours of 9:30am-3pm GMT for team collaboration.


While we're fully remote, we bring the team together quarterly for in-person strategy sessions and team building.

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Management

Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for all roles across the agency Develop and maintain job descriptions, interview processes, and assessment criteria Build and nurture talent pipelines for key positions Conduct initial screenings and coordinate interview schedules with hiring managers Create and deliver engaging onboarding experiences for new team members in a remote environment Maintain and improve our employer brand across recruitment channels

Employee Retention & Engagement

Design and implement employee engagement initiatives suitable for remote teams Conduct regular 1-1s, pulse surveys, and stay interviews to gauge team satisfaction Develop and manage performance review processes and career development frameworks Create and facilitate virtual team-building activities and cultural initiatives Partner with managers to address retention risks and implement improvement strategies Manage employee recognition programmes and milestone celebrations

Learning & Development

Identify skills gaps and create targeted development programmes Coordinate training opportunities, workshops, and professional development resources Support career progression planning and internal mobility Manage learning budgets and evaluate ROI on development initiatives Create and maintain a knowledge-sharing culture across the organisation

Policy & Compliance

Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies aligned with UK employment law Ensure GDPR compliance in all people data handling Manage employee contracts, handbooks, and documentation Stay updated on employment legislation changes and implement necessary adjustments Handle employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary procedures Maintain accurate HR records and reporting systems

Culture & Wellbeing

Champion and embed company values throughout the organisation Develop wellbeing initiatives supporting mental health and work-life balance Create and maintain communication channels that foster transparency and connection Monitor and improve remote working practices and policies Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives Act as a cultural ambassador and trusted advisor to all team members

Strategic HR Support

Partner with leadership to align people strategies with business objectives Provide HR metrics and insights to inform decision-making Support organisational design and workforce planning initiatives Manage HR budget and vendor relationships Contribute to senior leadership discussions on people-related matters

Essential Skills

Experience

Minimum 3-5 years' experience in HR/People & Culture roles, ideally within digital agencies Proven experience managing HR functions in fully remote or hybrid environments Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practices Experience with Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and remote collaboration tools Track record of successfully implementing people initiatives that drive engagement and retention

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal Strong emotional intelligence and ability to build trust quickly in virtual settings Problem-solving mindset with ability to handle sensitive situations diplomatically Data-driven approach to HR with experience in people analytics Project management skills with ability to juggle multiple priorities Coaching and mentoring capabilities Proficiency in HR software, Google Workspace, and remote collaboration tools

Bonus Skills

CIPD qualification (or working towards) Experience in the marketing, creative, or technology sectors Knowledge of international employment considerations for remote teams Experience with OKRs or similar goal-setting frameworks Mental Health First Aid certification Experience implementing DEI programmes in remote environments Familiarity with agile working methodologies

PERKS & BENEFITS

25 days holiday rising one a year to a max of 30 plus public holidays Day off on your birthday Buy and Sell up to 5 days holiday 4 week paid sabbatical after spending 5 years with us Flexible working Workplace pension scheme EV salary sacrifice scheme Private healthcare scheme Mentoring, support and Learning & Development program to empower your career

EDI STATEMENT

5874 Commerce is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, as well as eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

We are committed to zero discrimination both internally and externally regardless of visible or invisible differences such as sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, religion or belief, gender identity, economic class, marital/civil partnership, family status including single parents, socio-economic background and pregnancy and maternity.

We provide reasonable adjustments and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. 5874 Commerce also strives to create a working environment free of bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, promoting dignity and respect for all, where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued.