HR Operations Manager / Head of HR
Monday – Friday – 3 days onsite (Manchester)
Salary upto £50,000 + 15% bonus
Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Head of Human Resources to lead and execute HR initiatives with a strong focus on project-based work. This role is ideal for a senior HR professional who thrives in building and refining systems and policies, improving employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment and environmental legislation.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management (Core Focus)
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Lead the review, development, and implementation of the Staff Handbook, aligning policies with current employment legislation and company values.
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Design and deliver staff engagement strategies, including surveys, feedback loops, and action planning to enhance workplace culture and retention.
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Oversee HR compliance in alignment with UK employment and environmental legislation, especially in relation to workforce welfare and sustainability.
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Develop and manage bespoke HR projects, such as onboarding frameworks, performance management processes, and internal communication improvements.
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Collaborate with department heads to identify project priorities that align with business goals.
Strategic Leadership
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Provide strategic HR leadership across the business, advising on organisational structure, workforce planning, and change management.
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Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on employee relations, legal risk, and policy development.
Operational Oversight
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Ensure HR practices are consistently applied and legally compliant.
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Manage HR records, reporting, and analytics for internal and external audits.
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Support employee lifecycle activities when needed (e.g., recruitment, onboarding, exits), particularly as part of HR-led projects.
Key Requirements:
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Proven experience in a senior HR role, ideally with experience in project management or consultancy-style delivery.
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Deep knowledge of UK employment law and awareness of environmental law as it pertains to HR practices (e.g., workplace sustainability, wellbeing policies).
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Experience drafting and implementing staff handbooks and HR policies.
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Strong track record in developing and implementing staff engagement programmes.
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Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills.
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HR qualification (e.g., CIPD Level 7 or equivalent) preferred