Hr Manager

ST Selection; Dartford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ST Selection in Dartford is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead HR across the organisation, blending strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. You will shape people strategy, ensure legal compliance, and drive a high-performance culture.

The role requires 7–10 years in HR leadership, solid knowledge of UK employment law, and proven ability to manage recruitment, performance, and employee relations. You will report to senior leadership and partner across functions.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in HR management or senior HRBP role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ACAS codes.
• Experience in recruitment, performance management and engagement.
• Proven leadership and discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding.
• Forecast workforce planning to support objectives.
• Advice line managers on performance, disciplinary and grievances.
• Develop HR policies to ensure GDPR compliance and legal standards.
• Partner with senior leadership on people strategy and HR transformation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Recruitment

Talent management

Employee engagement

MS Office

HRIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Tools

HRIS/HR software

Job description

Company – Landscaping Construction Company

Job Title – HR Manager

Location – Dartford

Salary - Negotiable

We have a new opportunity for a highly experienced and strategically minded Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee all HR functions across the organisation. This is a pivotal leadership role, requiring a practitioner who can operate both at a strategic level and with hands‑on operational effectiveness. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping our people strategy, embedding a high‑performance culture, and ensuring full compliance with employment legislation and best practice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes including job scoping, vacancy advertising, structured interviewing, and seamless onboarding of new employees.
• Assess and forecast workforce planning requirements aligned with the organisation’s operational and strategic objectives.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, handling issues with professionalism, impartiality, and in accordance with employment law.
• Support and advise line managers on performance management, disciplinary procedures, and grievance handling.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture through targeted engagement initiatives.

HR Policy, Compliance & Governance

• Develop, implement, and continuously review HR policies and procedures to ensure full compliance with UK employment law and organisational standards.
• Maintain accurate HR records, reporting frameworks, and documentation in line with GDPR and data protection requirements.
• Ensure all compensation, benefits, health & safety, and promotion structures are equitable, legally compliant, and competitively positioned.

Learning, Development & Organisational Effectiveness

• Design and coordinate training and development programmes that align with business needs and support employee career progression.
• Review organisational structures, reporting lines, and operational procedures, recommending improvements to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Partner with senior leadership to define and deliver the organisation’s people strategy and HR transformation agenda.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Requirements

• A minimum of 7–10 years’ progressive experience in a Human Resources Management or Senior HR Business Partner role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law, ACAS codes of practice, and HR best practice frameworks.
• Demonstrated expertise in recruitment, talent management, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
• Exceptional organisational skills and a high degree of professional discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with HRIS/HR management software platforms.
• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional qualification).

Desirable Attributes

• Relevant qualification (or working towards).
• Demonstrable experience in HR policy development, organisational design, and change management.
• Strong negotiation, mediation, and conflict‑resolution capabilities.
• Prior exposure to facilities management, security services, or a similarly regulated sector is an advantage