HR Manager

The Role:

• Implement & update policies and procedures to ensure a positive workplace culture.
• Address employee concerns and mediate conflicts.
• Conduct investigations into employee relations issues.
• Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organisational change, and all other employee-relations matters.
• Manage the disciplinary, grievance, and appeals process, adhering to ACAS code of practice, conflict management, fostering a performance culture, and providing support to managers in employee relation issues.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from job posting, Right to Work checks to on boarding.
• Conduct interviews, assess candidates, and make hiring recommendations.
• Liaise with relevant departments to facilitate a smooth orientation program for new hires.
• Manage employee benefits programs.
• Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing and updating HR policies and procedures.
• Communicate policy changes to employees.
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements and ensure up to date knowledge of HR legislations.
• Help maintain a safe and inclusive workplace environment by ensuring adherence to health and safety policies.
• Assist in Identifying training needs within the organisation.
• Assist in coordinating training programs and workshops.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely employee records and HR databases.
• Generate reports and analyse HR metrics.
• Handle all day-to-day HR administrative tasks such as updating employee files, sickness and absence reporting, issuing contracts, references etc.
• Assist with payroll-related tasks, including timesheet verification and data entry.
• Keep track of sponsorship application requirements in line with UKVI / Home Office guidance.
• Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organisational chart, and contribute to policy development.
• Support the HR team in preparing and distributing HR-related communications.
• Contribute to employee engagement initiatives and company social events.
• Conduct employee engagement surveys, followed by trend reports.
• Assign and update Kahoots for relevant staff training and engagement.

Attributes:
* Minimum CIPD Level 5 Qualified or equivalent (CIPD Level 7 Preferred).
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Working knowledge of Employment Law & ACAS guidelines.
* Proven track record of work experience in Human Resources.