HR Manager

CMA Recruitment Group; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Hybrid working

Job summary

CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with a well-established public sector organisation in Southampton to recruit an experienced HR Manager on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role combines strategic and operational HR, leading a professional team to deliver high-quality people solutions and drive change.

The role reports into senior leadership and involves partnering with stakeholders to implement people initiatives, with a hybrid working arrangement and a supportive environment focused on

Qualifications

• Senior HR leadership experience, managing HR professionals.
• Strong generalist HR expertise including employee relations and organisational change.
• Experience leading HR teams within a complex environment.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a team of HR professionals to deliver an effective HR service.
• Act as trusted advisor to senior leaders on ER, change, workforce planning and legislation.
• Provide guidance on complex casework, performance management and wellbeing.
• Support delivery of people-focused projects aligned to organisational objectives.
• Use HR metrics to provide insight and guide decision-making.
• Promote an inclusive culture and employee engagement across the organisation.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support success.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Employee relations

Stakeholder influence

People development

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

CMA HR Division is partnering with a well-established public sector organisation in Southampton to recruit an experienced HR Manager on a 6-month fixed-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led organisation that is committed to developing its people, driving positive change, and delivering exceptional outcomes. Reporting into senior leadership, the HR Manager will lead a professional HR team whilst supporting key people initiatives during an important period of organisational development. This role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys operating both strategically and operationally, partnering with stakeholders across the business to deliver high-quality people solutions and drive continuous improvement.

What will the HR Manager role involve?

• Leading, motivating and developing a team of HR professionals to deliver an effective and customer-focused HR service
• Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on employee relations, organisational change, workforce planning and employment legislation
• Providing expert guidance on complex casework, performance management, employee wellbeing and industrial relations matters
• Supporting the delivery of people-focused projects and initiatives aligned to organisational objectives
• Using HR metrics and workforce data to provide insight, identify trends and support informed decision-making
• Promoting a positive and inclusive culture whilst championing employee engagement and best practice across the organisation
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the organisation's ongoing success

Suitable Candidate for the HR Manager vacancy:

• Proven experience operating in a senior HR leadership or HR Manager position
• Strong generalist HR expertise, including employee relations, organisational change and people development
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing HR teams within a complex environment
• Ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• CIPD qualification or equivalent experience would be advantageous

Additional benefits and information:

• Six-month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to make a significant impact
• Hybrid working arrangement offering flexibility around office and home working
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Access to ongoing professional development opportunities
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme
• Competitive salary dependent on experience

CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics.