HR Manager

TEAM; Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international organization based in Exeter is seeking an HR Manager to lead people strategy and enhance organizational culture. The role offers a salary of up to £55,000 and responsibilities including workforce planning, international recruitment, and employee relations. Ideal candidates will have a strong HR background, CIPD Level 5, and knowledge of UK employment law. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the organization's future during a key growth phase.

Qualifications

• Strong HR background with experience at strategic and operational levels.
• Proven expertise in employee relations and talent development.
• Current knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with team leaders to align workforce planning with long-term goals.
• Lead international recruitment campaigns, ensuring candidate experience.
• Manage grievances and disciplinary processes in compliance with legislation.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent development

Workforce planning

Strategic leadership

International recruitment

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Overview

A dynamic and growing international organisation based in Exeter, that has ambitious growth plans for the future, is looking for a HR Manager to join the team. Along with a salary of up to £55,000 per annum, you will also receive a choice of benefits and an opportunity to shape the organisation's people & culture strategy at a key stage of growth.

The role offers the chance to work closely with senior leaders in an ambitious, values-led international business and to make a lasting impact on people, culture, and growth.

What you'll be doing as HR Manager

You will take ownership of the full people agenda—from workforce planning and international recruitment to embedding values, driving engagement, and supporting leaders to get the very best out of their teams.

Key responsibilities

• Strategic People Leadership

• Partner with team leaders and the SLT to align workforce planning with budget and long-term goals.
• Lead international recruitment campaigns, ensuring excellent candidate experience and proactive manager involvement.
• Design and coordinate the induction/ onboarding process, learning & development programmes, career progression frameworks, and performance review processes.
• Review compensation, benefits, and policies to ensure global competitiveness.

• Employee Relations & Engagement

• Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance management, and wellbeing.
• Manage grievances and disciplinary processes, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
• Champion company values, embedding them across the organisation to strengthen culture and engagement.
• Build trusted relationships across teams to support retention and belonging.

• Governance, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, right-to-work checks, and contractual documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date policies, procedures, and the company handbook, advising leaders on legislative changes.
• Arrange recruitment VISAs where required and liaise with external legal support teams to organise renewals and ensure government compliance.
• Collaborate with QHSE colleagues to oversee H&S practices, training, incident reporting, and wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• We're looking for a people-focused HR Manager with:
• A strong HR background with experience at both strategic and operational levels.
• Proven expertise in employee relations, talent development, and workforce planning.
• International recruitment experience is desirable, including visa sponsorship process.
• Current knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• CIPD Level 5 (minimum) - essential.

How to apply

This is a fantastic opportunity to partner directly with the Senior Leadership Team, influence organisational direction, and ensure the company remains a supportive, competitive, and inspiring place to work. To apply for this role as HR Manager, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.

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