Group HR Manager Opportunity!
Are you a strategic HR leader ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, multi-site environment? An established business in the Utilities and Civil Engineering sector is seeking a Group HR Manager to drive people strategy, employee engagement, and compliance across its growing operations.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Shape and deliver HR strategies aligned with business goals and values.
* Lead recruitment, onboarding, and talent retention initiatives.
* Champion employee wellbeing, engagement, and development.
* Oversee training programs and ensure compliance across the group.
* Advise managers on employee relations, performance, and disciplinary matters.
* Ensure legal compliance and uphold company policies.
* Drive HR analytics and reporting (turnover, absenteeism, training).
* Lead mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
* Manage HR systems and maintain data accuracy and confidentiality.
* Develop reward, recognition, and benefits frameworks.
* Collaborate with senior leadership on workforce planning and organisational design.
Data Protection Officer Duties
* Monitor and advise on UK GDPR and data protection compliance.
* Maintain policies and deliver training across the business.
* Act as the main contact for the ICO.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven HR leadership experience, ideally across multiple sites.
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
* CIPD Level 5 (minimum); Level 7 desirable.
* Expertise in employee relations, recruitment, L&D, and organisational development.
* Solid understanding of TUPE regulations.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
* Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
* Demonstrable knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Location: Maidstone, Kent (with regular travel to other UK sites)
Salary: £56,000 – £64,000 + company car/allowance
Benefits: Life insurance (4x salary), 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays), and more
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm)
Contract: Permanent