Job Opportunity: HR Team Leader
Location: Stockport Town Centre
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) - Part-time considered
Salary: £34,000 - £37,000 per annum
Reports to: Head of People & Performance
About Us
We are a values-driven organisation committed to excellence in people management and employee wellbeing. As part of our Human Resources Department, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
The Role
* Provide expert advice to managers on investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, and performance management
* Drive employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion initiatives
* Manage and develop HR Officers and administrators, ensuring high standards of delivery
* Oversee absence, sickness, welfare, and conduct processes
* Liaise with trade unions and external advisors, supporting tribunal preparation and TUPE processes
* Chair formal meetings, lead investigations, and act as mediator when required
* Support policy development, training, and compliance with employment law and best practice
* Present HR data and reports to senior management, influencing strategy and organisational direction
What We're Looking For
* Strong HR experience with excellent knowledge of employment law and equality legislation
* Proven ability to manage or supervise staff teams
* CIPD qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
* Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
* Experience in employee relations, TUPE, restructures, and tribunal preparation
* Strategic problem-solving skills and the ability to influence organisational direction
* Commitment to fostering inclusion, wellbeing, and a person-centred ethos
Benefits
* 25 days holiday 8 statutory days (pro rata)
* Birthday off
* Pension & life assurance
* Sick pay, probation bonus, welcome back bonus
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, compassionate & carer’s leave
* Employee Assistance Service, medical & dental benefits
* Discounted rail tickets, staff discounts, refer-a-friend scheme
* Company mobile phone, laptop, travel allowance, lease/rental car allowance
* Staff awards recognising excellence
Why Join Us
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. You'll be empowered to lead, innovate, and shape HR practices that truly enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and organisational success.
Apply today and help us build a workplace where people thrive.
This role is subject to satisfactory DBS and Refereencing checks.
The vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment.
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