Human resources manager

We’re Hiring: HR / Office Manager

Rural Warwickshire (UK Office) | Own Transport Essential | 🐾 Dog-Friendly Office


Are you a proactive, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced SME environment? Our small/medium, family-run business—operating across the UK and US—is looking for a dynamic HR/Office Manager

This is a pivotal, varied role perfect for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, loves improving processes, and is ready to make a meaningful impact in a growing business. Although we have a US office, you’ll be based fully in the UK with no requirement to travel.

We are a small/medium, family-run business with offices in the UK and the US. We’re now looking for a proactive, adaptable HR & Office Manager to take ownership of a wide variety of HR, office management, and people-focused responsibilities.

If you enjoy variety, thrive in a supportive SME environment, and love working at the heart of a business—this could be the ideal role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

HR Management

* Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for UK & US roles
* Conduct reference and background checks for new hires
* Oversee onboarding and induction, including IT setup
* Manage probation processes and support line managers
* Ensure HR and People practices align with company policies
* Maintain holiday & absence records via BrightHR
* Collate payroll information (UK & US)
* Manage relationships with Peninsula (UK) and FrankCrum (US)
* Oversee performance, disciplinary, and grievance matters
* Attend weekly leadership meetings to report on People/HR matters
* Coordinate annual appraisals and salary reviews
* Keep the Employee Handbook and HR policies up to date
* Deliver internal HR training where needed
* Act as first point of contact for employee relations
* Manage the leaver process, including exit interviews
* Coordinate training requirements
* Support with any other HR or people-related tasks

Health & Safety (UK)

* Support the General Manager with audits and follow-up actions
* Conduct Display Screen Equipment assessments
* Manage driving‑for‑work health & safety requirements
* Support all other H&S activities as required

Office Management (UK)

* Oversee facilities management and ensure smooth office operations
* Coordinate workspace for new starters and office moves
* Organise bi‑weekly staff lunches
* Manage supplier relationships and conduct stock audits
* Coordinate branded merchandise for internal/external use
* Organise social activities, including the annual US visit and festive events
* Manage office shutdown procedures (including kitchen close‑down)
* Host the Friday Team Meeting when needed
* Support with any other office‑related activities


What You’ll Need

Essential

* 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role
* Maths & English GCSE (minimum)
* Strong HR generalist background
* Knowledge of UK employment law
* Experience managing employee relations
* Recruitment & interviewing experience
* Excellent interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills
* Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* High integrity with confidential information
* Financial management awareness
* Strong technical capability
* Empathy, patience, resilience, proactivity & flexibility
* Your own transport (rural office location)
* Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Desirable

* Degree‑level education
* CIPD qualification or working towards it
* Knowledge of US employment law

What’s in It for You?

* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension (post‑probation)
* Dog‑friendly office
* Free lunches
* Stunning rural location—perfect for lunchtime walks
* Casual dress
* Opportunities for career progression
* Supportive, tight‑knit, collaborative culture