HR Manager

HR Manager
Newbury (1-day WFH)
Up to £45,000 + bonus About the Client

Our client operates within the Marketing and Hospitality sector and is a well established organisation known for delivering engaging brand experiences across multiple channels.

About the Job

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of the people function, aligning HR strategy with wider business goals. You will play a key role in shaping employee experience, supporting leadership, and ensuring best practice across all HR activities.

Duties will include:

• Developing and implementing a people strategy aligned with organisational objectives
• Leading initiatives focused on employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion
• Managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance, and succession planning
• Providing guidance on complex employee relations matters and ensuring fair outcomes
• Ensuring HR policies and procedures remain compliant with current legislation
• Overseeing and improving HR systems to enhance reporting and decision making
• Supporting and developing the HR and recruitment team
• Driving improvements in retention, performance, and organisational effectiveness

About the Successful Applicant

You will be a CIPD qualified HR professional (Level 5 or above) with proven experience in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and GDPR is essential. You will be commercially aware, confident working with senior stakeholders, and capable of balancing strategic input with operational delivery while leading and motivating a team effectively.

What You Will Receive in Return

Benefits include 22 days' holiday rising with service, bank holidays, holiday buy/sell options, employee assistance support, and additional perks. You will join a supportive environment that encourages professional development and offers the opportunity to shape and influence the HR function.