Senior HR Manager

Why Work for WorldSkills UK?

WorldSkills UK is a leading organisation dedicated to creating a world-class further education system that offers better opportunities for young people, regardless of their educational background. They focus on driving up training standards, promoting inclusivity, and partnering with leaders in education, business, and government. As an employer, WorldSkills UK offers a hybrid and collaborative working culture with flexible working options.

About WorldSkills UK

WorldSkills UK is a four-nation partnership between education, industry, and UK governments, committed to raising standards, championing future skills, and empowering young people. As a member of WorldSkills, a global network of over 80 countries, WorldSkills UK supports young people through competitions-based training and bench-marking.

Their mission is to embed world-class training standards across the UK to improve apprenticeships and technical education.

Values

• Inclusive: WorldSkills UK champions high-quality apprenticeships and technical education, helping young people from all backgrounds.
• Bold: The organisation is ambitious and adaptable, responding to the changing economic and skills landscapes.
• Positive: WorldSkills UK makes a measurable difference by helping young people reach their potential and giving UK employers a competitive edge.

Structure and Governance

WorldSkills UK operates with a staff of approximately 50, supported by technical experts and performance coaches. The organisation is structured into four directorates, each led by a director who forms part of the Senior Leadership Team along with the CEO. The Board of Trustees oversees WorldSkills UK’s activities, ensuring alignment with its charitable objectives.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

WorldSkills UK places a high value on EDI, recognising its critical importance to the organisation’s success. They are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, they guarantee interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria.

Opportunity

The Senior HR Manager will lead on delivering WorldSkills UK’s organisational development plan and manage all areas of HR. This role includes providing comprehensive HR services, developing and implementing HR policies, handling employee relations, managing recruitment and onboarding, overseeing performance management, and ensuring compliance with EDI practices.

This is a full time, hybrid position (1-3 days will be required in the London offices - SW1V 1LW).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the organisational development plan and the annual HR delivery plan, aligning them with the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Provide support and advice on a wide range of HR issues, including performance management, recruitment, and employee relations.
• Own and manage the performance management system internally, ensuring that best practices are consistently followed.
• Manage employee engagement surveys, maintain HR databases, and ensure data accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Oversee the recruitment process, including job descriptions, interviews, and the onboarding and induction of new staff.
• Lead the development and implementation of training and development initiatives to meet organisational needs.
• Drive the internal EDI agenda, ensuring its credibility and effective integration into strategic and operational plans.
• Collaborate with colleagues to promote effective internal communications that support organisational development.

About you

• Qualifications: CIPD level 5 or equivalent.
• Experience: Significant HR generalist experience, including leading an organisational development plan, managing performance management systems, and developing HR policies. Proven experience with EDI practices, with a strong background in integrating EDI into HR strategies. Experience within the charity or government sector would be advantageous.
• Skills: Strong analytical, influencing, and leadership skills, with excellent communication and IT proficiency.
• Attributes: Reliable, detail-oriented, creative problem-solver, and a strong team player with a commitment to EDI.

Benefits and T&C's

• Salary: £50,000 per annum.
• Leave: 25 days’ annual leave, increasing by one day each year up to 30 days, plus public and bank holidays.
• Pension: Employer contribution up to 6%, with a minimum 3% employee contribution. Higher contributions are possible within statutory limits.
• Life Insurance: Group Death in Service benefit at 3x annual salary.
• Healthcare: Health Care Cash Plan provided.
• Working Arrangements: The role is based at Third Floor, 25 Wilton Road, London SW1V 1LW, with flexible hybrid working. Attendance in the office is required at least once a week.
• Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, typically 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday. Flexible working options, including part-time, are available.
• Additional Benefits: Includes death in service and health cash plan benefits.