Reed HR are working alongside a Not for Profit Organisation based in West London who are recruiting for an experienced HR Manager on a permanent basis. This role is hybrid, so flexibility is offered.
Job Summary
The HR Manager reports directly to the Country Managers and is a member of the UK Senior Leadership Team. You will be responsible for the strategic direction and implementation of HR plans, policies and initiatives. By providing a proactive HR service, you will ensure that managers and employees are equipped with the tools and education to deliver best-in-class management and leadership practices.
Key Responsibilities
Lead in the design and implementation of a modern, proactive and collaborative HR function. Develop & deliver the HR strategies/plans that support our organisational aims and objectives.
1. Directly accountable for a team of 2 and indirectly accountable for the actions of the Head-Of leadership cohort, in:
a. delivering all aspects of the recruitment and selection process, including:
- Liaising with Heads of Department on resourcing strategies and planning
- Preparing job descriptions and person specifications
- Advertising vacancies, monitoring interest and taking remedial action when necessary
- Negotiating with recruitment agencies
- Managing interviews
- Preparation of employment contracts
- Reference and document checks
b. Leading in the delivery of a modern HR strategy that is proactive, collaborative and drives cultural change across the organisation, as taken from the umbrella UK strategic plans.
- Develop, implement and maintain the induction programme.
- Manage the delivery of a robust Performance Management System.
- Ensure all staff receive regular reviews during their probationary period and oversee the annual appraisal process.
- Support the training and development of all staff. Identify external training partners and book training courses.
- Manage employee pay and reward system including preparation of payroll files, bonus calculations, administering pension scheme, season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme.
- Administer requests for flexible working, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, time off for dependents etc.
- Manage employee relations issues such as grievance, disciplinary and dismissal in accordance with company policy and employment legislation.
- Support Heads of Department and managers by providing recommendations and solutions to HR issues and advising on employment legislation when necessary.
- Review, develop and advise on HR policies and procedures; ensuring these are effective for the business and reflect current legislation and best practice.
- Maintain accurate and up to date personnel files both in hard copy and electronically, ensuring compliance with Data Protection legislation.
- Prepare and manage the HR budget and report on current and future staffing costs.
- Analyse and interpret data relating to a number of topics such as recruitment, diversity, staff absence and turnover.
- Provide reports and initiate appropriate follow-up action.
Person Specification
1. Educated to degree level in Human Resources, Business Management and/or a related field
2. CIPD, PHR or SPHR Certification preferred
3. Proven HR generalist duties 5
4. Solid knowledge of UK employment legislation.
