HR manager – permanent

Oakleaf Partnership; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking a Senior HR Manager to shape strategy and lead HR across a regulated multi-site organization. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in managing complex recruitment campaigns, knowledge of UK employment law, and the ability to drive employee engagement and compliance. This is a pivotal role offering autonomy to set HR strategy and build a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a regulated environment, ideally knowledge of Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
• Demonstrable success in leading high-volume, complex recruitment campaigns.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to work strategically while also being hands-on when required.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with board-level reporting experience.
• Track record of delivering HR strategies that improve retention, engagement, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the HR department, providing leadership and strategic direction.
• Work closely with the CEO and Board to influence and support organisational goals.
• Lead high-volume, complex recruitment campaigns to ensure staffing levels meet operational and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee Learning & Development, ensuring training is compliant and equips staff to deliver high-quality care and support.
• Ensure HR processes are fully compliant with legislation, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding standards.
• Drive employee engagement, retention and culture strategies across the group.
• Provide managers with tools and guidance to handle HR matters effectively and consistently.
• Represent the organisation externally and build partnerships with professional bodies, regulators and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic influence

Recruitment management

Employee engagement

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Communication

Job description

HR Manager

• £55,000 – £60,000
• Permanent
• 5 days on site
• ASAP start
• Cheadle

Are you a senior HR professional looking for a role where you can shape strategy and deliver impact? We are supporting a confidential client in the search for a HR Manager to lead their HR function across a multi-site, highly regulated organisation. This role requires a strong HR leader with a proven track record of managing complex recruitment demands, compliance, and employee engagement in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

As Group HR Manager, you will:

• Take overall responsibility for the HR department, providing leadership and strategic direction.

• Work closely with the CEO and Board to influence and support organisational goals.

• Lead high-volume, complex recruitment campaigns to ensure staffing levels meet operational and regulatory requirements.

• Oversee Learning & Development, ensuring training is compliant and equips staff to deliver high-quality care and support.

• Ensure HR processes are fully compliant with legislation, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding standards.

• Drive employee engagement, retention and culture strategies across the group.

• Provide managers with the tools and guidance to handle HR matters effectively and consistently.

• Represent the organisation externally and build partnerships with professional bodies, regulators and stakeholders.

About You

We’re looking for a senior HR leader with:

• Experience in a regulated environment, ideally with knowledge of Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.

• Demonstrable success in leading high-volume, complex recruitment campaigns.

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

• Proven ability to work strategically while also being hands-on when required.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with experience reporting to board level.

• A track record of delivering HR strategies that improve retention, engagement and compliance.

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led organisation at a pivotal stage of growth. You’ll have the autonomy to set HR strategy, build a high-performing team, and ensure the organisation continues to meet regulatory requirements while supporting its people to thrive