Human Resources Manager

• Report directly to the Managing Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Head of HR
• With support from the management team, contribute to the development of the HR Business Strategy and objectives to support the attainment of the overall strategic business plan.
• To provide strong administration, operational and strategic support to the wider business.
• To provide professional advice and support to Directors and Managers on all aspects of relationship management and employment legislation.
• Ensure focus on employee learning and development through appraisal, coaching and training programmes to support business aims.
• To proactively support change management through restructuring, redundancy programmes, recruitment initiatives, cultural influence etc.

• Ensure management, compliance and employee understanding of company policy, procedures and rules.
• Proactively review organisation structures and recommend change, ensuring headcount requirements are to budget and in line with company aims.
• Ensure fair and accountable practices are employed throughout the business.
• HR Reporting for the Board Meeting.
• Attending Management Meetings, reporting on progress and forward direction.
• Ensure effective communication processes throughout the business.
• Lead and continue to develop a working culture of 'can do' and best practice principles.
• Liaise with Management in relation to employee grievance and disciplinary issues, recommending, managing and/or supporting relevant action to be taken in line with good practice and legal obligation.
• Relationship Management.
• Management of recruitment programmes.
• Ensuring effective new employee induction and probationary term management.
• Management of company appraisal and training programmes.
• Work with management in identifying employee development programmes and training needs through appraisal and other performance management tools.
• In conjunction with Managing Director, ensure pay structures are consistent and in line with job responsibilities and external competition.
• Ensure full and complete information is available for the accurate processing of salaries and wages in relation to new employees, job changes, annual pay review etc.
• Manage the co-ordination of the company incentive scheme.
• In conjunction with Financial Controller, manage the relevant company pension schemes.
• Continually improve employment practice in line with company development and changes in employment legislation.

• A confident and collaborative HR Manager with experience of working with a strong leadership team.
• Must be used to working in a hands-on role with the flexibility also to contribute strategically.
• Must have an ability to engage at all levels within the business.
• Proven relationship management skills.
• Good understanding of general employment legislation.
• Have sound, generalist HR and administration skills.
• Strong communication skills - both written and oral.
• An ability to stand by decisions based on fact and /or moral values.

Seymour John