HR Manager

Farrer Barnes Limited; Broadstairs; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run company in Broadstairs is seeking an HR & Office Manager to lead the HR & Admin team, providing strategic HR guidance and enhancing company culture. The ideal candidate will have proven generalist HR experience with CIPD Level 5 or higher and the ability to build strong relationships and work autonomously. This role offers a competitive salary, healthcare cover, and opportunities for professional development, in a supportive, people-first environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Healthcare cover

Life assurance

Onsite parking

Supportive culture

Opportunity to shape HR strategy

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience.
• Experience advising on employee relations.
• Ability to work in a standalone or small-team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the HR & Admin team.
• Provide HR advice to managers and employees.
• Shape and embed company culture and values.
• Oversee compliance across HR processes.

Skills

Strong generalist HR experience

Confident leading employee relations

Able to build trusted relationships

Calm and professional demeanor

Ability to work autonomously

Organizational skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 or higher

Job description

The Company

A well-established, family-run group with a proud heritage across construction, engineering, and building services. The organisation values its people and culture at the heart of everything it does. As the business continues to grow, they are strengthening their HR & Group Services function with the appointment of a HR & Office Manager to support the next stage of development.

The Role

This is a key position for an experienced and confident HR professional who can combine strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll act as the primary HR lead within the business, providing guidance to managers and employees while developing HR processes, culture, and engagement. Alongside this, you’ll oversee the HR & Admin team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations across HR, office management, and wider group services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the HR & Admin team to deliver an efficient and professional service.
• Provide sound HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Contribute to shaping and embedding company culture and values.
• Oversee key people processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance and best practice across HR systems, documentation, and procedures.
• Maintain effective office management and administrative coordination across sites.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Strong generalist HR experience (CIPD Level 5+ desirable).
• Confident leading or advising on employee relations matters.
• Able to build strong, trusted relationships at all levels.
• Calm, professional, and approachable, with sound judgement.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a standalone or small-team environment.
• Organised, proactive, and able to balance multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (up to £37,000 DOE)
• Healthcare cover
• Life assurance
• Onsite parking
• Supportive, people-first culture
• Genuine opportunity to shape HR strategy and culture
• Commitment to professional development and growth

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.