HR Manager
Bromsgrove (On-site no Hybrid working)
£40,000-£45,000 per annum depending on your skills and experience
Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a standalone role where you can truly make an impact and be able to create your own processes and policies as this is a new HR Manager role due to increased workload and growth within the company.
We’re a dynamic SME based in Bromsgrove with a dedicated team of 165 employees, and we’re looking for an accomplished HR Manager to lead and manage all aspects of HR across the business.
This is a hands-on, standalone position requiring a confident, capable HR Manager who can take ownership of the entire employee lifecycle. You’ll be the go-to person for all HR matters, playing a critical role in shaping our culture and ensuring HR best practices are embedded throughout the business.
HR Manager Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage all HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and leavers.
2. Lead on disciplinary and grievance procedures, providing sound advice to managers and ensuring legal compliance.
3. Support and guide line managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practice.
4. Develop and implement HR systems, processes, and policies from the ground up.
5. Ensure compliance with employment legislation and industry regulations.
6. Drive HR initiatives that support engagement, retention, and continuous improvement.
7. Maintain and update HR records, reporting, and documentation.
In return the successful HR Manager will have:
8. Proven experience in a standalone HR Manager role within an SME environment.
9. Strong track record of managing employee relations, recruitment, and compliance.
10. Practical experience handling complex disciplinary and grievance cases.
11. Comfortable working autonomously and acting as the senior HR point of contact.
12. CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) preferred.
13. Experience implementing or upgrading HR systems and processes would be a distinct advantage.
14. Professional, approachable, and solutions-focused with strong interpersonal skills.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape and lead the HR function in a growing business that values its people. You’ll have the autonomy to make a real difference and be a key contributor to our company’s success and culture. If you think you have the skills and experience my client is looking for then please do not hesitate to call Michelle Laight on 01527 591091 or alternatively click apply with your updated CV and I will be in touch soon.