HR Manager – 12-month FTC

Supermassive Games; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading games studio in Guildford is seeking an HR Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in managing daily HR operations, supporting the HR team, and implementing effective HR policies. Ideal candidates will have proven HR experience, strong leadership skills, and a hands-on approach. Benefits include private medical insurance and generous annual leave.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance (BUPA)

Life assurance (6x salary)

Salary exchange pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Income protection

Enhanced family leave (maternity and paternity pay)

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience in an SME environment, preferably in creative or tech industries.
• Strong generalist background covering all HR functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all daily HR functions.
• Manage and mentor the HR team.
• Develop clear policies and processes across the employee lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Tech-savvy

Job description

We’re an award-winning games studio known for producing dark storytelling titles such as the BAFTA-winning Until Dawn, the cinematic masterclass of The Dark Pictures Anthology, the multi-award-winning The Quarry, the world of Little Nightmares and many more!

We’re now looking for an HR Manager to join our team on-site in Guildford on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This exciting hands-on opportunity will be crucial in shaping our studio’s day-to-day HR operations to ensure everything runs seamlessly; a truly hands-on tactical HR role!

Here’s just a snippet of what you’ll be up to:

• Oversee and manage all daily HR functions
• Manage and mentor the HR team to ensure they’re well supported and have opportunities for career growth and development
• Develop clear policies and processes across the employee lifecycle, implementing and communicating effectively across the studio
• Work closely with the HR Advisor to support ER cases and provide guidance
• Collaborate with the HR Administrator to review and optimize HR processes and systems
• Partner with the Recruitment Lead on recruitment initiatives
• Support the Head of HR in implementing new projects or initiatives
• Provide advice, support, and coaching to line managers and employees

What we’re looking for:

• Proven HR experience in an SME environment, preferably in creative or tech industries
• Strong generalist background covering all HR functions
• Leadership and team management skills, with experience managing HR teams
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach with a focus on principles over process
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, personable, enthusiastic, empathetic
• Ability to create internal communications that promote a friendly, informal yet professional tone
• Tech-savvy with the ability to learn new systems quickly, including experience with system configuration and implementation
• Solid understanding of UK employment laws, regulations, and best practices
• Benefits include 25 days annual leave (including closure days), private medical insurance (BUPA), life assurance (6x salary), salary exchange pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, income protection, and enhanced family leave (maternity and paternity pay)