HR Manager

Joshua Robert Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead and deliver HR services across the business. The role involves advising senior leaders, implementing HR initiatives, and managing employee relations in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in HR, particularly within infrastructure, construction, or real estate, and possess excellent communication and leadership skills. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary with performance-related benefits

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Manager role.
• Background in infrastructure is essential.
• Experience supporting both office-based and site/project-based teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR services across the business as a trusted advisor.
• Implement HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee employee relations and performance management.

Skills

HR Management Experience

Knowledge of UK Employment Law

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Influencing Senior Stakeholders

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title - HR Manager
Location - London
Contract Type - 12 months FTC
Salary - £60,000 + Benefits

Our client is a market-leading organisation in the infrastructure, construction, and real estate sectors, delivering innovative solutions that shape the built environment. Their success is driven by their people, and they are committed to building a high-performance culture that attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent.

Role Purpose

The HR Manager will play a key role in leading and delivering HR services across the business. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and managers, you will ensure HR initiatives support the organisation's strategic goals, while fostering a culture of engagement, performance, and continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for an HR professional with experience in infrastructure, construction, or real estate, who thrives in a dynamic environment and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to provide expert HR advice and solutions aligned with business strategy.
• Lead the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and best practices across the organisation.
• Support workforce planning, talent acquisition, and succession planning to meet current and future business needs.
• Oversee employee relations, ensuring fair and consistent resolution of issues.
• Drive performance management processes, coaching managers to get the best from their teams.
• Develop and deliver training and development initiatives to build capability across the business.
• Lead on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to promote an inclusive workplace.
• Partner with leaders on change management programmes, including organisational design and transformation projects.
• Ensure compliance with employment law, industry regulations, and best practice standards.
• Monitor HR metrics, providing insights and recommendations to support decision-making.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an HR Manager
• Background in infrastructure is essential, with exposure to construction and/or real estate highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting both office-based and site/project-based teams.
• Demonstrable experience influencing and partnering with senior stakeholders.
• Hands-on approach with the ability to manage both operational and strategic HR priorities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• CIPD qualified (Level 7 preferred) or equivalent experience.

In return our client will offer

• Competitive salary with performance-related benefits.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to high-profile infrastructure and property projects.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking environment where people are at the heart of success