[ref. d12003322] HR Manager - Michael Page

About Our Client

A small London based charity supporting children and families

Job Description

HR Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Design, revise, and enforce company policies to ensure compliance with employment law and best practice.
• Manage the HR system to ensure data integrity, ensuring employee records and maintained accurately and in compliance with GDPR.
• Monitor and analyse HR metrics to improve organisational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing and selection.
• Manage the employee onboarding experience, including reference checking, DBS checks and pre-employment health questionnaires.
• Administration of contracts and employee changes to terms and conditions of employment documentation.
• Implement and oversee talent retention strategies, performance management systems, and succession planning.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Coach and advise line managers on people issues within their teams from probation to sickness absence to performance.
• Foster a culture of open communication and continuous feedback.
• Develop and execute employee engagement initiatives, including team-building activities and recognition programs.
• Assess training needs and design programs to enhance employee skills and career development.
• Identify training needs and source training solutions, monitoring their effectiveness.
• Work with Finance to contribute to payroll processes and ensure timely and accurate compensation.
• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Conduct periodic benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation practices.
• Ensure compliance with employment law, workplace safety regulations, and ethical standards.

The Successful Applicant

A successful HR Manager should have:

• Proven working experience in HR Manager position, charity experience preferable
• Certification in HR (eg CIPD)
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills

Personal Attributes:

• High emotional intelligence and empathy.
• Pro-active and results-driven approach.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.

• A salary in the range of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
• 35 hour week with option of compressed hours
• Hybrid working, 3 days in the London office per week
• A chance to make a difference in children's lives

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for this rewarding opportunity to work as a HR Manager in our company.