HR Manager

9 2 3 JOBS Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing and unique business in Oxford is looking for an experienced HR Manager to shape the HR strategy and embed a positive culture. The ideal candidate will have strong business acumen, HR experience, and excellent organisational skills, with responsibilities including performance management and recruitment strategies. A degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Qualifications

• HR experience with a strong generalist focus.
• Proven ability to design and deliver HR initiatives.
• Self-starter capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive and implement HR strategy aligned with business needs.
• Manage performance management system and training processes.
• Oversee HR policies and ensure compliance.

Skills

Business acumen

Organisational skills

Prioritisation skills

Team player

Flexible communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in HR, Organisational Development, or Organisational Psychology

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to step into a newly created role within a growing and unique business. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll shape and deliver the HR strategy, supporting business growth and embedding a positive, values-led culture.

Role details

25 hours spread across the week

Office based in Bicester, Oxfordshire

Salary £45K - £50K FTE (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and implement HR strategy, objectives, and improvement plans aligned with business needs
• Work with management to set and deliver short- and long-term departmental goals and staffing plans
• Provide operational HR support and advice to management across all areas of HR activity
• Develop and maintain competitive remuneration and benefits policies to attract and retain talent
• Lead recruitment across all levels of the business in line with company values and competency requirements
• Oversee HR processes, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting
• Regularly update HR policies and practices to remain current and compliant
• Manage the performance management system and training & development processes within agreed timelines and budgets
• Support managers in implementing training, personal development, and improvement plans
• Handle employee relations issues, safeguarding company reputation and culture
• Produce and manage annual HR budgets and quarterly board reports
• Collaborate with finance on payroll and annual salary review processes
• Represent HR in central projects and key business planning meetings

Requirements

• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness
• High energy levels and resilience under pressure
• Collaborative team player with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Flexible communication style with the ability to adapt to different audiences
• Courage to drive initiatives and overcome challenges
• Calm, emotionally resilient, with a sense of humour
• Process-driven with strong attention to detail and a pragmatic approach

Likely Background & Qualifications

• HR experience, with a strong generalist focus
• Proven ability to design and deliver HR initiatives in entrepreneurial, high-growth businesses
• Self-starter, capable of working independently
• Strong track record in performance management and talent development
• Experience in fast-paced, results-driven environments
• Passion for recruitment and talent management
• Degree-level education in HR, Organisational Development, or Organisational Psychology (preferred)
• Recognised coaching qualification (advantageous)