HR Manager

Acorn Limited; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Events

Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for family

25 days holiday

Job summary

Acorn Limited is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Slough to drive positive change and employee engagement across the organization. The successful candidate will partner with senior leadership teams to enhance organizational success and culture.

The role involves leading HR initiatives, providing practical support, and fostering strong relationships within the company. If you are a proactive HR generalist ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Broad HR generalist background with experience partnering senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing a wide range of HR projects and initiatives.
• High organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting strategic HR projects.
• Providing practical HR advice and guidance to managers.
• Building strong relationships across the business to support positive outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Job description

At Acorn, we're passionate about creating safe, efficient and well-maintained environments for our clients. With more than 40 years of experience in mechanical and electrical engineering and facilities management, we have built a reputation for delivering high-quality services through trusted partnerships, technical expertise and a people-first approach.

We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded HR Manager to join our business and play a key role in supporting our continued growth.

Working closely with our Chief People Officer, Executive Team and business leaders across multiple companies, you'll help create an engaging, high-performing culture where people and businesses can thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident HR generalist or HR Business Partner who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about making a real impact.

The Role

As HR Manager, you'll partner with Managing Directors and Senior Leadership Teams across the group, providing expert HR guidance while leading key people initiatives that support organisational success. You'll balance strategic projects with hands‑on HR support, helping to drive positive change, employee engagement and business performance.

Location: Slough

Hours: 37.5 hours a week

Company Benefits

• Company Events
• Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
• 25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
• Cycle to Work Scheme

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting strategic HR projects, including succession planning, employee engagement, and reward and recognition initiatives.
• Supporting integration activities following acquisitions.
• Providing practical HR advice and guidance to managers and senior stakeholders.
• Managing TUPE processes and mobilisation projects.
• Contributing to social value initiatives and bid support activities.
• Supporting HR system implementation and continuous improvement.
• Assisting with organisational design and culture change programmes.
• Building strong relationships across the business to influence and support positive people outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• A broad HR generalist background with experience partnering senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing a wide range of HR projects and initiatives.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, flexible and solutions‑focused approach.
• A professional and discreet manner, with a strong respect for confidentiality.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, flexible, and willing to learn.
• A supportive team player with a positive attitude.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability