HR Manager
📍 Rayleigh
💷 £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE) + Benefits
🕒 Full Time | Permanent | 9am - 5pm
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to take ownership of the full employee lifecycle within our clients organisation. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will play a key part in ensuring compliance, supporting our clients people, and fostering a positive and productive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
Policy & Compliance
Maintain and update HR policies and employment documentation in line with current legislation and best practice
Talent Acquisition & Retention
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding processes, to attract and retain top talent
Payroll Coordination
Work closely with Finance to ensure accurate and timely weekly and monthly payroll processing
Performance Management
Lead the annual appraisal cycle and support the delivery of training and development initiatives
HR Administration
Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring full GDPR compliance
Employee Relations
Manage ER matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and employee wellbeing support
Health & Safety
Oversee health & safety processes and liaise with external providers to ensure compliance
HR Advisory
Provide first-line HR advice to employees and coaching to managers
Employee Engagement
Drive engagement initiatives and internal communications to build a motivated and connected workforce
Key Skills & Attributes
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive matters
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
Confident working independently while collaborating with wider teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel)
Good understanding of health & safety regulations and risk assessments
Experience & Qualifications
CIPD qualification (essential)
Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Manager level
Why Join Us?
Varied, hands-on role with real impact
Opportunity to shape HR processes and culture
Supportive working environment
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