HR Manager

Charity People; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven organization in Greater London is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR and People initiatives. This role emphasizes creating an inclusive and supportive work culture while handling operational HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and employee wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have proven HR experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and a CIPD Level 3 qualification. Excellent communication skills and a passion for diversity and inclusion are essential. The position offers a hybrid working model with excellent benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible and hybrid working options

Access to wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience across the full employee lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• CIPD Level 3 minimum or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive collaborative approach with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR advice and guidance.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Manage Learning & Development strategy and coordinate training.
• Champion employee wellbeing and oversee benefits provision.
• Maintain and develop HR systems and data reporting.

Skills

HR experience across the full employee lifecycle

Knowledge of UK employment law

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration ability

Experience with HR systems

Passion for diversity and inclusion

Education

CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

HR Manager

Hybrid (London office in Aldwych 40%)
Excellent benefits flexible working options

Are you an experienced HR professional passionate about creating an inclusive people‑led culture in a mission‑driven organisation

Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Breaking Barriers to recruit an experienced HR Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a mission‑driven organisation that empowers refugees to access meaningful employment and education. Celebrating its 10th anniversary Breaking Barriers has grown from a start‑up to a high‑impact charity supporting thousands of individuals.

About Breaking Barriers
Breaking Barriers works to ensure every refugee can build a new life through employment. The organisation partners with businesses and volunteers to provide tailored advice, training and opportunities. With a hybrid working model and a culture that champions diversity and wellbeing, Breaking Barriers is committed to being a great place to work.

About the Role
Reporting to the Director of People the HR Manager will lead on the operational delivery of HR and People initiatives ensuring Breaking Barriers remains an inclusive and supportive employer. From recruitment and onboarding to learning and development, wellbeing and DEI strategy this role is central to shaping the employee experience.

The HR Manager will also manage HR systems, payroll processes and compliance while supporting strategic projects that embed best practice and innovation across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR advice and guidance across the organisation.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding and offboarding processes ensuring inclusive practices.
• Manage Learning & Development strategy and coordinate training opportunities.
• Champion employee wellbeing and oversee benefits provision.
• Maintain and develop HR systems and data reporting.
• Drive Diversity Equity & Inclusion initiatives and chair the DEI Working Group.
• Ensure compliance with employment law, safeguarding and GDPR.
• Support payroll accuracy and liaise with Finance and external providers.

About You
The successful candidate will bring:

• Proven HR experience across the full employee lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• CIPD Level 3 minimum or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication, influencing and problem‑solving skills.
• A proactive collaborative approach and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with HR systems and data management.
• Passion for diversity, equity and inclusion.

Experience in the charity or not‑for‑profit sector and understanding of lived experience of migration is desirable.

Why Join Breaking Barriers

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year).
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Access to wellbeing support, employee assistance programme and benefits platform.
• Cycle to Work scheme and enhanced family leave policies.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

How to Apply
Please submit your CV by Wednesday 19th November 10:00 am. There will be a one‑round interview stage which will be held in person week commencing 24th November. Due to the handover plans we are looking for people who will be able to start either week commencing 8th or 15th December.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward‑thinking inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.