HR Manager

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a standalone role where you can make a real impact? We are seeking a proactive and hands-on HR Manager to lead all aspects of HR while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our client's office and business operations.Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a varied and rewarding role supporting employees across both warehouse and office functions. You'll act as the primary point of contact for all HR matters, helping to create a positive employee experience while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will take ownership of the full employee life cycle, providing practical HR support and guidance to managers and employees alike. Alongside HR responsibilities, you'll oversee aspects of office administration, facilities management, and business support activities.Key ResponsibilitiesHuman Resources

• Manage the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, induction, development and offboarding.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation.
• Manage employee relations matters, including absence management, disciplinary, grievance and performance cases.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Coordinate payroll information and support the payroll process.
• Manage annual salary reviews and employee benefits administration.
• Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development activities.
• Monitor and analyse HR metrics including absence and employee turnover.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures remain compliant and up to date.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and help foster a positive workplace culture.

Office & Business Support

• Oversee office supplies, facilities and equipment management.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
• Coordinate health and safety administration, ensuring records are maintained.
• Support company events, meetings and internal communications.
• Assist with business improvement projects and administrative initiatives.
• Provide administrative support to the senior leadership team when required.

Essential Experience & Skills

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent HR experience.
• Previous experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations cases.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

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