Axi Recruitment is working with an established retail business in Leeds for an HR Manager to join their team. This role is a standalone HR position covering all aspects of Human Resources management.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage core HR areas: employee relations and engagement, HR systems and operations, learning and development, health and wellbeing, compliance, and recruitment.
Identify, manage and mitigate risks to the business, working with the CEO to put measures in place.
Maintain the HR online management system and assist with payroll alongside the Finance Team.
Implementhealth and wellbeing initiatives to maintain employee satisfaction.
Provide HR guidance to Line Managers on sickness, disciplinaries, performance, and employment law compliance.
Address sensitive employee issues, including disputes and grievances, with professionalism, mediating situations as needed.
Work withManagers to create role specifications,identifyrecruitment channels, screen CVs and support with the interview process.
Provide new employees with awarm and efficient onboarding experience.
Oversee the new starter and leaver processes to ensure seamless transitions.
Coordinate training programs, book courses, and track employee development.
Coordinate staff appraisals, track performance, and help with succession planning.
Keep knowledge of policies, regulations and legislation up to date, including Health & Safety, GDPR, and the Equality Act.

Qualifications:

CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards

Experience:

At least 5 years of experience in an HR Advisor role
Be a true HR Generalist
Team player who enjoys sharing ideas and welcomes feedback
Able to manage multiple priorities with ease, while maintaining high standards
Able to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders, managing expectations and building relationships
Able to make decisions and take action, escalating when necessary
Be honest, dependable, and fair

Benefits:

Hybrid working, 2 days from home per week
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Flexible start and finish times
Life assurance scheme
Company pension scheme