HR & Office Manager Location: Corby Job Type: Full-time, On-site Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm Salary: Up to £55,000; Competitive (based on experience) Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR & Office Manager to lead the human resources function and oversee day-to-day office operations. This is a dual-role position combining strategic HR management with the practicalities of running a busy office environment. A key focus of this role will be bringing all recruitment in-house, identifying talent gaps, headhunting candidates, building talent pipelines, and leading end-to-end recruitment for all departments. The ideal candidate will be confident in their ability to attract, assess, and hire high-quality candidates across all functions, from operational to senior-level roles. Key Responsibilities Human Resources & Recruitment (Primary Focus) · Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Take ownership of all recruitment activities including drafting job descriptions, advertising roles, sourcing and headhunting candidates, conducting interviews, and managing the selection process. · Strategic Hiring: Work closely with department heads to forecast hiring needs and create recruitment plans to support business growth. · Headhunting & Talent Sourcing: Proactively identify and approach passive candidates using platforms such as CV databases, and industry networks. · Onboarding & Induction: Develop and manage onboarding programmes that ensure new employees are welcomed, trained, and integrated into the business effectively. · HR Compliance: Maintain up-to-date policies and ensure adherence to UK employment law and company procedures. · Employee Relations: Support and advise on disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management matters, maintaining clear records of ER cases. · Performance Management: Oversee and manage performance appraisal systems to foster a culture of high performance and accountability. · Training & Development: Identify training needs, source external providers, and manage in-house development initiatives to enhance employee skillsets. · HR Administration: Maintain and update the HRIS, employee records, contracts, and personnel files with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. · HR Reporting: Prepare and present HR metrics and reports to senior leadership, highlighting trends and actionable insights. Office Management & Administration · Facilities Oversight: Manage the general upkeep of the office including maintenance, cleanliness, H&S compliance, security, and liaison with contractors and service providers. · Administrative Support: Provide high-level administrative and PA support to the senior management team including diary management, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and documentation. · Process Management: Oversee implementation and upkeep of SOPs, ensuring internal processes are consistent, efficient, and compliant. · Supplier & Contract Management: Maintain relationships with office vendors, ensuring cost-effective and reliable services. · Office Culture: Champion a professional, organised, and positive workplace environment, supporting internal communications and engagement initiatives. Qualifications & Experience · CIPD Level 7 (CIPD Level 5 may be considered). · At least 5 years’ experience in a combined HR and office management role. · Demonstrable experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes, ideally including headhunting. · Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices. · Experience supporting disciplinary, grievance, and employee relations processes. · Track record of developing and improving internal HR policies and procedures. Skills & Attributes · Recruitment-Focused: Proven ability to proactively source, assess, and secure high-quality talent across multiple functions and levels. · Organised & Detail-Oriented: Exceptional time management and attention to detail; able to juggle multiple responsibilities efficiently. · Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels. · IT Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel (including VLOOKUPs, formulas), and familiarity with HRIS software. · Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret HR metrics and contribute to strategic decision-making. · Discretion & Professionalism: Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive matters with the utmost discretion. · Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to take initiative and ownership of challenges. *This is a full-time, on-site position based at offices in Corby, Northamptonshire. Hybrid or remote working is not available for this role