People & Recruitment Manager

I am seeking a People & Recruitment Manager to lead all recruitment and people-related matters for my client in Bath. This hands-on and highly varied role is ideal for someone who enjoys being involved in day-to-day HR operations within a fast-paced environment. Reporting directly to the CFO, this position is pivotal in partnering with departmental heads to advise on all people-related matters and ensuring a seamless employee experience.

• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes including issuing contracts and offer letters, job postings, screening, and supporting line managers with interviewing.
• Administer HR operations such as issuing official documents, maintaining up-to-date employee records, and managing payroll administration for new joiners and leavers.
• Lead on HR administration including maternity, flexible working requests, probation, and sickness absence letters.
• Provide HR advisory services across the company, acting as a trusted advisor on business and people issues, and supporting management with talent and succession planning.
• Cultivate strong relationships across all levels within the business and work closely with the office admin and finance team to ensure a smooth onboarding and offboarding process.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and other legal requirements in all HR practices.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a HR Advisory or Generalist role.
• Excellent understanding of Employment Law with practical application experience.
• Highly articulate with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to influence and adapt communication style to different audiences.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills, empowering managers and employees to be self-sufficient.
• Demonstrated integrity, a positive attitude, and the ability to maintain a business focus while showing empathy.
• Experience with HR systems, preferably PeopleHR.
• Desirable: Level 3 CIPD qualification or equivalent.

• Hybrid working model with approximately 2 days in the office per week and free parking.
• Standard working hours: 35 hours per week, from 9 AM to 5 PM.
• Comprehensive benefits package including contributory pension and private medical insurance.
• Up to 10% performance bonus (100% discretionary, subject to company performance).
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

If this sounds like you and you are keen to explore, please put in an application today!