HR Manager

JDR Group; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in Northampton is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and implement HR strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UK employment law and proven experience in HR functions. This role offers opportunities for flexible working, a competitive salary, and the chance to shape HR in the organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Private healthcare

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing HR functions in growing businesses.
• Strong background in recruitment and onboarding.
• Ability to implement performance appraisal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function, developing and implementing policies.
• Drive employee performance through appraisals.
• Champion employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: HR Manager

Location: Northampton

Flexible working: Will look at part-time and full-time candidates

Are you an experienced HR professional looking to make a real impact in a growing business? We’re looking for a hands-on HR Manager to shape, lead, and deliver our people strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working closely with senior management to support business growth.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the HR function, developing and implementing policies and best practices.
• Drive performance through employee appraisals and reviews.
• Design and deliver career development pathways to support growth and retention.
• Partner with the senior management team to align HR strategy with business objectives.
• Take ownership of recruitment and onboarding, ensuring new hires are set up for success.
• Provide advice and support on employee relations, performance, absence, and disciplinary matters.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and company policies.
• Monitor HR metrics and recommend improvements.
• Champion employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience building and developing HR in growing businesses.
• Background in recruitment and onboarding.
• Track record of implementing performance appraisal frameworks.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels.
• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) preferred.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to build and shape the HR function in a growing organisation.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
• Pension, private healthcare, flexible working.

JDR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.