HR Manager

Join our Client's HR team, where you will contribute to delivering a comprehensive and high-quality HR service. This role is ideal for someone who can provide expert advice and guidance, support operational targets, and engage in project-based activities aligned with their strategic goals.

Part time, potential temp to perm (open to full time)

• Support managers in delivering high-quality services through effective HR management, offering advice and guidance across a full range of HR services.
• Assist in resolving staffing issues and managing strategies to ensure compliance with statutory safeguarding and associated responsibilities.
• Handle specific employee issues such as grievances, disciplinaries, and absence management under the guidance of the Head of HR (Operations).
• Conduct job evaluations, ensuring adherence to the Group’s evaluation arrangements and advising on outcomes.
• Coordinate induction sessions for new staff and manage arrangements as necessary.
• Stay updated on changes in legislation and external initiatives that may affect the Group, assisting in the development of procedures and policies to reflect current best practices.
• Monitor and assess performance management cases and contribute to termly monitoring meetings to review these cases and sickness absences.
• Provide management information as required and assist with the monitoring and review of HR function costs to ensure budget compliance.
• Direct and support HR Advisors/Assistants to maintain high standards of service delivery.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide training on relevant HR topics and initiatives.

• Proven experience in HR management within a similar role, ideally in an educational or large group setting.
• Strong ability to provide HR advice and support to managers and staff.
• Experience in handling employee relations issues such as grievances and disciplinaries.
• Knowledge of current HR practices, legislation, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic environment.

• Competitive salary scale with progression opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements including a combination of onsite and homeworking.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and training.
• Participation in the Group’s Professional Development Programme.
• Access to the Group’s health and safety and equal opportunities policies.

To apply for this HR Advisor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.