HR Manager

Vortex Companies, LLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC in London seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations across the business. You will manage end-to-end processes, support managers, and drive a positive, compliant workplace.

The role covers employee relations, payroll, HRIS integration, recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning, with a focus on developing people and culture in a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Degree in HR, Business Administration or related field.
• CIPD Level 5 or 7 or equivalent is desirable.
• 4-6 years HR experience with supervisory/management exposure.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience using HRIS, ATS and Microsoft Office systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full employee lifecycle and provide HR support across the business.
• Manage employee relations matters including performance management, investigations and outcomes.
• Coordinate health referrals and review HR policies and structures.
• Oversee payroll and benefits administration.
• Develop HRIS and HR processes for future integration.
• Partner with Talent & Workforce and hiring managers on recruitment and workforce planning.
• Lead onboarding and internal mobility processes including promotions and transfers.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practice.

Skills

General HR management

Employee relations

HR data analysis

HR systems

Recruitment & onboarding

Payroll & benefits

Education

Degree in HR/Business

CIPD Level 5 or 7 (desirable)

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Manager

Vortex Companies, LLC London, England, United Kingdom

About this position

Join a growing business and make a real impact on our people, culture and future.

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to join our team and lead the day to day function of the HR Department.

This is a hands-on role for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with people and managers, providing practical advice and helping to create a positive, engaged and high-performing workplace.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring we have the right people, processes and culture in place to support the continued growth of the business.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will oversee the full employee lifecycle and provide trusted HR support across the business, including:

• Managing employee relations matters including performance management, investigations, hearings and outcomes
• Coordinating occupational health and medical referrals where required
• Reviewing and developing HR policies, procedures, organisational structures and equality monitoring
• Overseeing weekly payroll and benefits administration, including pensions, healthcare, vehicles and Cycle to Work
• Maintaining and developing HR systems in preparation for future integration with the Vortex HRIS
• Partner with the Talent & Workforce Manager and hiring managers on workforce planning, recruitment requirements and selection, with Talent & Workforce leading the end-to-end recruitment process.
• Lead the HR elements of onboarding and internal employee movements, including promotions and transfers, ensuring a smooth employee experience.
• Manage the HR processes associated with leavers, ensuring all documentation, systems and internal processes are completed appropriately.
• Acting as the HR lead for apprenticeships
• Identifying training and development needs and supporting managers to build their people-management capability
• Providing practical HR advice and guidance to managers and employees
• Supporting people-related requirements within tender submissions
• Preparing HR reports and presentations for senior management, using data and trends to inform decision-making
• Ensuring continued compliance with employment legislation and best practice

About You

We’re looking for an HR professional who is:

• Experienced in a generalist HR Manager or senior HR role
• Confident managing complex employee relations matters
• Commercially aware and able to build strong relationships with managers at all levels
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Confident using HR systems, HRIS/ATS platforms and Microsoft Office
• Comfortable analysing HR data and turning it into meaningful information
• A strong communicator who can provide clear, practical and credible HR advice
• Passionate about developing people and creating a positive workplace culture
• Able to work independently while also being an effective member of the wider management team

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline
• CIPD Level 5 or 7 or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable
• Minimum 4-6 years’ progressive HR experience, including at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or management capacity
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice
• Experience using HRIS, ATS and Microsoft Office systems

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where HR has a genuine role to play in shaping the future of the business.

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications.

We are a fair chance employer.