HR Manager

Strictly Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury travel business in West London is looking for an experienced HR Manager to lead their HR function. The candidate will be responsible for developing people strategies, managing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. A minimum of 5 years' HR experience and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' HR experience, ideally with exposure to both operational and strategic HR.
• Strong background in HR leadership, influencing at a senior level.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a people strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and talent development initiatives.
• Oversee performance management and employee engagement.

Skills

HR experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

HR Manager | Location: West London | Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum (depending on experience)

We are currently partnering with a well-established and growing luxury travel business in West London to recruit an experienced HR professional. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior HR Advisor seeking a step up or an existing HR Manager looking to broaden their impact in a dynamic and people-first environment.

Role

As HR Manager, you will report directly to senior leadership and take ownership of the HR function, acting as both a strategic partner and a hands-on operator. This is a broad generalist position where you'll lead on people strategy, employee engagement, compliance, and HR operations while ensuring the company's values and culture remain at the heart of its success.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a people strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Leading recruitment, retention, and talent development initiatives.
• Overseeing performance management and employee engagement processes.
• Acting as the first point of contact for employee relations, providing pragmatic and solutions-focused advice.
• Reviewing and maintaining HR policies and ensuring compliance with UK employment law.
• Supporting benefits, payroll, and contractual documentation.
• Driving wellbeing, inclusion, and cultural initiatives across the business.

Candidate Profile / Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' HR experience, ideally with exposure to both operational and strategic HR.
• A strong background as a Senior HR Advisor or HR Manager, with confidence to influence at leadership level.
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire trust and build strong relationships.
• A hands-on and adaptable approach, suited to a fast-moving and growing company.
• Experience within travel, hospitality, or luxury services would be a distinct advantage.