HR Manager

Rutherford Briant; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Chelmsford is seeking a passionate HR Manager to drive HR strategy and manage the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate should possess substantial standalone HR experience and a strong understanding of UK employment law. This role includes both strategic and operational responsibilities in a people-first environment, offering a salary of up to £60,000 along with generous benefits.

Benefits

Salary up to £60,000

Pension

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a standalone HR role or similar position.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Comfortable managing both strategic projects and hands-on day-to-day HR administration.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for all HR-related queries.
• Lead and implement HR strategy aligned with company goals.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment and onboarding.
• Support managers with performance reviews and absence management.
• Maintain and develop HR policies and ensure compliance.

Skills

Standalone HR experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate HR professional who puts people first? Are you motivated by influencing positive change? Do you have an all-rounded HR skillset to apply in a standalone role? Keep reading!

I am currently recruiting for a dynamic HR Manager for a business committed to excellence in their industry, while creating a positive and people-first culture internally. This is an exciting opportunity for a HR professional who thrives on both strategic and operational responsibilities, and who is confident working independently while being supported by a trusted external HR consultancy.

Responsibilities

As a HR Manager, you will:

• Act as the first point of contact for all HR-related queries, providing accurate advice in line with current employment legislation
• Lead and implement HR strategy aligned with the company’s goals and values
• Manage the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and offboarding
• Support managers with performance reviews, absence management, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Maintain and develop HR policies, procedures, and documentation while ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements

Requirements

As a HR Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience in a standalone HR role or similar position
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Comfortable managing both strategic projects and hands-on day-to-day HR administration
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience working within a fast-paced SME or similar environment is desirable

Benefits

As a HR Manager, you will get:

• A salary of up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Pension
• 25 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays

If you are ready to become part of a thriving, and growing business, apply now!

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.