HR Manager – 9 month FTC

Oakleaf Partnership; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established, people-focused organisation in London is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a 9-month FTC. This hybrid role involves providing high-quality HR support across multiple sites, leading on employee relations and driving people initiatives. The ideal candidate will be CIPD-qualified and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. An inclusive culture and a collaborative mindset are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• CIPD-qualified with HR management experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills necessary to navigate complex situations.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the performance management cycle across your region.
• Act as the expert on complex employee relations issues.
• Provide proactive HR support across multiple regions.
• Monitor and report on employee relations metrics.
• Contribute to the development of HR policies.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to build effective relationships

Discretion and sound judgment

Collaborative mindset

Education

CIPD-qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

HR Manager – 9 month FTC

• £55,000 – £60,000
• 9 month FTC
• Hybrid
• London
• ASAP start

I’m partnering with a well-established, people-focused organisation to recruit an experienced HR Manager to join their team on a 9-month FTC. This role is ideal for a confident HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships with leaders, and is skilled at navigating complex employee relations matters.

You’ll be responsible for providing high-quality HR support across multiple sites, leading on employee relations, driving people initiatives, and helping to embed a positive, high-performing culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the performance management cycle across your region, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and supporting ongoing employee development.

• Act as the go-to expert for managers and senior leaders on complex, sensitive, and high-risk employee relations issues.

• Provide proactive HR support across the London, Midlands, and Northwest regions, managing all ER, performance, and general HR matters.

• Support organisational change projects-including restructures, mergers, acquisitions, and TUPE-ensuring smooth transitions, compliance, and early identification of risks.

• Coach and advise managers on conflict resolution, conduct, capability, and people leadership.

• Monitor and report on ER metrics (e.g., grievances, disciplinaries, turnover), highlighting trends and recommending solutions.

• Contribute to the development and updating of HR policies, ensuring compliance and best practice.

• Ensure HR processes and initiatives are consistently implemented across regions, adapting approaches where needed.

• Lead or support wider People & Culture projects as required.

Essential Skills & Experience

• CIPD-qualified (or equivalent).

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex and sensitive situations.

• Demonstrates discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven ability to build effective relationships at all levels.

• Collaborative mindset with a passion for fostering an inclusive culture.

Desirable Experience

• Background in the education or service sectors.

• Experience within high-growth environments.

• Track record working in people-centric organisations.

If you’re an experienced HR Manager looking for a varied and impactful role within a supportive organisation, I’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch to discuss this opportunity further or to arrange a confidential conversation.