Hr Manager

Cameron James Professional Recruitment; Halifax; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organization in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join its senior leadership team. This role involves shaping workforce strategies across recruitment, performance management, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years in a managerial HR position, a CIPD Level 5 qualification, and strong knowledge of employment law and best practices. This position offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a managerial HR role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience handling sensitive data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for employee engagement.
• Lead recruitment and selection processes.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers for benefits.

Skills

Employee engagement strategies

Compliance with employment legislation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

HR systems familiarity

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

A growing and forward-thinking organisation is seeking a skilled HR Manager to join its senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of its workforce. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic HR professional to lead across the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and retention—while ensuring compliance and fostering engagement.

As the organisation expands in both size and complexity, the HR Manager will be instrumental in building a resilient, inclusive, and high-performing culture. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, and supported by an HR Administrator you'll provide expert guidance to line managers and ensure HR practices are aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for employee engagement, development, and retention
• Lead recruitment, selection, and induction processes in partnership with hiring managers
• Manage relationships with external suppliers for recruitment and employee benefits
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal HR policies
• Support line managers in handling disciplinary and grievance matters
• Monitor performance metrics including attendance and absence trends
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and systems
• Report on HR KPIs to inform senior leadership and drive decision-making
• Oversee employee benefits to ensure competitiveness and support retention
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a managerial HR role
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or higher
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail, with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and HR systems
• Familiarity with GDPR and experience handling sensitive data
• Flexible and responsive to changing business needs
• Committed to confidentiality and ethical standards

What's on Offer

• A strategic leadership role with real influence across the organisation
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A collaborative environment shaped by values of sustainability, excellence, and integrity