HR Manager

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A National Park Authority is seeking an HR Manager to lead the HR team, develop strategies, and ensure efficient HR operations. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in HR management, strong leadership skills, and a background in developing impactful HR policies. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and focuses on supporting organizational goals and employee satisfaction.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave allowance

Wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and managing an HR team.
• Skilled in developing HR policies and procedures.
• Strong understanding of employment law.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies that enhance employee engagement.
• Oversee complex HR cases and ensure efficient processes.
• Implement HR technology to streamline procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

Chartered Membership of CIPD or equivalent

Tools

HR technology

Job description

Salary: £44,003 - £51,291 (Band E) per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Work From Home: Hybrid

Join us now to be part of the vital force in protecting and enhancing our National Park. As a National Park Authority we play a crucial role in tackling the twin challenges of the Global Climate Emergency and Nature Crisis.

Job Title: HR Manager

Salary: £44,003 - £51,291 (Band E) per annum

Working Hours: 35 hours per week - we are happy to talk part time and flexible working.

Contract: Permanent

The Role:

We are looking for a passionate, inspiring and forward-thinking HR Manager to lead our HR team.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for all aspects of HR including payroll and health and safety ensuring our HR function operates efficiently and effectively.

As an experienced HR professional with expertise in case management and organisational change, you’ll bring experience in developing and executing impactful HR strategies that drive operational performance and promote a supportive, engaging workplace culture.

Your strong leadership and relationship-building skills will empower you to work closely with our Executive Team and Operational Managers, shaping and delivering HR initiatives that align with our organisational goals and enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies that drive organisational change, enhance culture, and foster employee engagement throughout the employee lifecycle, including managing the HR budget in line with NPA procedures.
• Oversee complex HR cases—such as grievances, disciplinary, and performance management - while establishing efficient processes for resolution.
• Fostering positive relations with employees and unions to support effective negotiation and consultation on terms and conditions of employment.
• Lead organisational change initiatives, providing strategic guidance on structure, culture, and workforce planning to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement HR technology to streamline processes, driving digital transformation while maintaining industry best practices for continuous improvement.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll management, compliance with employment laws, and effective health and safety protocols through regular audits and risk assessments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to support organisational goals.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.

Who we are looking for:

Your skills, abilities and experience should include:

• Proven experience in leading and managing an HR team - building strong management relationships, and effectively influencing across business areas.
• Skilled in developing HR policies and procedures, managing budgets, and delivering HR projects that support organisational change.
• Demonstrated ability to support and promote positive industrial relations with external partners.
• Creative and strategic thinker, with the ability to introduce fresh approaches to HR management
• Excellent communicator, with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Strong understanding of employment law.
• Solution-oriented and proactive, able to anticipate and respond to challenges effectively.
• Chartered Membership of CIPD or equivalent level work experience

Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire HR teams to adopt innovative approaches and achieve strategic objectives.
• Experience in implementing and leveraging HR technologies to enhance service delivery and streamline processes.
• Experience in Public Sector HR Management
• Experience in overseeing payroll, compliance, and health and safety operations.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this role, complete your application by Thursday 21st August @ 9am.

• Interviews will be virtual
• Interview dates are provisionally set for: Thursday 28th and Friday 29th August

Who we are and our values:

We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.

Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.

Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.