HR Manager - Part Time

Smart10Ltd; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic business is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a part-time, hybrid role based in Welwyn Garden City. This position, starting in January 2026, offers flexibility and involves comprehensive HR support, employee relations, and strategic HR initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess a CIPD Level 5 qualification and prior experience in a similar role, demonstrating strong communication and adaptability skills. The role promises an engaging environment while maintaining compliance and effective HR operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or senior HR generalist role.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in employee relations.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR support across the full employee lifecycle.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers on HR policies and procedures.
• Manage and support employee relations matters.
• Ensure HR policies are up-to-date and compliant.
• Support organisational change initiatives.

Skills

HR operations

Employee relations

Performance management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

Job Title – HR Manager (Part‑time, Freelance)

Location – Welwyn Garden City

Salary – £50,000 pro rata

Contract – Self‑employed, 21 hrs per week

Overview

Our client seeks an experienced HR Manager to join on a freelance basis from January 2026. This part‑time, hybrid role offers flexibility and the opportunity to support a dynamic business with its HR operations and people strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR support across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practice.
• Manage and support employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence management cases.
• Ensure HR policies and processes are up‑to‑date, compliant with employment legislation, and consistently applied.
• Support organisational change initiatives and workforce planning activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation, ensuring confidentiality and compliance at all times.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and continuous improvement of HR processes.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an HR Manager or senior HR generalist role.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or above.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in employee relations.
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Warm, approachable, and professional communication style.
• Flexible, proactive, and positive “can‑do” attitude.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders.

Benefits & Application

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy. Applications will be considered in competition with others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted.