<div><p>Role: HR Manager<br/>Sector: Public Sector<br/>Duration: FTC Until March 2028<br/>Location: Suffolk<br/>Salary: up to £53,460 per annum</p><p>Sellick Partnership is currently recruiting for an experienced HR Manager to join our client based in Suffolk on a fixed‑term contract until March 2028. This role is offered on a hybrid basis and supports the Head of HR to deliver a high‑quality future‑facing Human Resources service to the organisation.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Manage and be accountable for the day‑to‑day HR administration function within the HR service.</li><li>Line‑manage and supervise the HRIS and Payroll Manager, Learning and Development Manager, and HR Officer overseeing the HR administration team.</li><li>Lead continuous service improvement initiatives that are responsive to service needs, provide value for money, maximise productivity and inspire customer confidence.</li><li>Govern all advisory aspects of HR and ensure compliance with employment legislation.</li><li>Work alongside the Employee Relations Manager to undertake employee relation cases and provide support for complex cases.</li><li>Monitor, evaluate and report on activity levels within the team to ensure that resourcing levels are in place to deliver a consistent level of service.</li><li>Monitor adherence to processes in line with policies and procedures for HR administration activity.</li><li>Provide expertise across the HR admin team, learning and development, and payroll services.</li><li>Develop a programme of in‑house training interventions on a range of HR topics that reflect current HR trends.</li><li>Support the Head of HR during large‑scale restructures and HR aspects of corporate programmes.</li><li>Develop policies, practices and methods that promote employee well‑being.</li><li>Provide clear and consistent advice to the Corporate Management Team and Senior Leadership Team regarding complex HR issues.</li><li>Oversee projects for the Human Resource Information System and support the HRIS and Payroll Manager.</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent, or qualified by experience.</li><li>Experience working in a senior HR role.</li><li>Experience within a public sector organisation is beneficial.</li><li>Experience of HR project work, including organisational change and TUPE transfers, is beneficial.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to prioritise workload in a high‑pressure environment.</li><li>Strong organisational and time‑management skills, ability to meet unpredictable deadlines and manage conflicting demands.</li></ul><p>Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.</p></div>