TGG is on the move. Campaigns are scaling, clients are growing, and our team is doubling in size. With over a £200 million annual turnover and ambitious plans to grow from 45 to 100 people in the next 12 months, we're building something big. To match that pace, we need an HR Manager who can bring structure, energy, and strategy to how we attract, grow, and keep brilliant people.This isn't HR-as-usual. You'll be our first dedicated HR leader, working closely with the CEO and leadership team to design and deliver a people strategy that supports a high-growth, creative marketing business. From culture to compliance, you'll set the gold standard for what great HR looks like at TGG.
What You'll Do
Strategic Leadership
* Develop and deliver a people strategy that fuels business growth.
* Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on culture, change, and scaling.
Talent & Growth
* Lead recruitment and retention strategies, ensuring we attract the right people and keep them engaged.
* Build succession plans for key roles and develop leadership capability.
* Position TGG as an employer of choice in the marketing world.
Engagement & Culture
* Shape a workplace where people are motivated, supported, and proud of their work.
* Embed employee voice into decision-making.
* Balance culture-shaping with problem-solving — from supporting managers to handling disputes fairly.
Policy & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with UK employment law and best practice.
* Maintain modern, clear, values-led policies.
Reward & Benefits
* Oversee pay, perks, and recognition.
Recommend reward strategies that scale with the business.
Learning & Development
* Roll out leadership and skills development programmes.
* Make progression part of everyday life at TGG.
HR Operations
* Implement HR systems that deliver data-driven insights.
* Streamline processes so they're scalable and fit for growth.
What We're Looking For
* CIPD qualified, with solid HR generalist experience at Manager or Senior BP level.
* Proven track record of building or scaling HR in a growing business.
* Deep knowledge of UK employment law.
* Strong influencing and leadership skills — able to challenge and support in equal measure.
* Pragmatic, resilient, and hands-on. You thrive in fast-paced environments and balance structure with creativity.
Why Join TGG?
Be part of a high-growth business (over £200m annual turnover) with ambitious expansion plans.
Shape HR from the ground up — this is your chance to leave a lasting legacy.
Work in a buzzing, creative team that's scaling fast and not afraid to do things differently.
Modern offices in Altrincham, with hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day remote).
Benefits include:
* Competitive salary and performance bonus
* 37.5 hours per week
* Company pension scheme
* Bupa private healthcare (after successful completion of probation)
* Onsite free gym, breakfast, and proper Italian coffee
* Coop Live VIP Suite
* Manchester united executive suite
If you're ready to roll your sleeves up, blend corporate discipline with entrepreneurial spirit, and make HR the enabler for one of the UK's fastest-growing marketing businesses, we want to hear from you.
Application deadline: 20/10/2025
Expected start date: ASAP