HR Manager

Axcis Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in North London is seeking an HR Manager to shape effective HR strategies. The role involves overseeing the employee life cycle and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Ideal candidates will have strong HR knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment. The position is full-time and permanent, starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Experience with HR processes and policies.
• Ability to manage employee relations effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee life cycle.
• Advise senior leaders on HR policies.
• Manage payroll administration with Finance.

Skills

Knowledge of employment law

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

HR Manager Location: North London Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible

A leading independent day school for girls aged 4–18 in North London is seeking to appoint a proactive, knowledgeable, and highly organised HR Manager to join their team. The school has a reputation for academic excellence, a supportive working culture, and a strong sense of community.

The Role

The HR Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering effective HR strategies across the school. You will be responsible for providing comprehensive HR support and guidance to staff, ensuring compliance with employment law and safeguarding regulations, and fostering a positive and professional working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, induction, appraisal, and exit procedures.
• Advise senior leaders and line managers on HR policies, employee relations, and best practice.
• Manage payroll administration in liaison with the Finance team.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with safer recruitment and safeguarding guidelines.
• Lead on staff training, professional development, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Monitor HR systems and policies, ensuring they reflect current legislation and school requirements.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have:

• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR practice, and safer recruitment.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• The ability to work with discretion, diplomacy, and attention to detail.
• Previous HR experience within the education sector (desirable but not essential).

The opportunity to play a key role in the success of a leading independent school.

How to Apply

Please apply through Axcis with a full CV and supporting statement. If you are interested, then please contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.