HR Manager, Tredegar, £40 – £50k

JK Recruitment Ltd; Tredegar; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A human resources consultancy is seeking an HR Manager responsible for overseeing all HR functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and fostering a positive work environment. The role includes managing recruitment, performance management, and employee relations. Candidates should have a strong understanding of UK employment law and experience in HR policy development. Benefits include early finish Fridays.

Benefits

Early finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in managing recruitment processes from job advertising to onboarding.
• Ability to develop and implement HR policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law.
• Manage recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
• Support managers in employee relations issues.
• Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Skills

HR policy development

Employee relations

Recruitment

Training coordination

Performance management

Compliance with employment law

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Overview

The HR Manager is responsible for overseeing all human resources functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and fostering a positive work environment. This role involves managing recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and HR policy implementation. The HR Manager acts as a key advisor to management, driving initiatives that align with business objectives and enhance employee engagement.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with legal and industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law, including GDPR, equal opportunities, and health & safety regulations.
• Manage HR audits and maintain accurate employee records.
• Oversee disciplinary and grievance procedures, ensuring fair and legal outcomes.
• Lead the recruitment process, including job advertising, candidate screening, and interviewing.
• Manage employee onboarding, ensuring new hires integrate effectively into the company.
• Act as a key point of contact for employee concerns and workplace disputes.
• Support managers in handling employee relations issues, offering guidance on best practices.
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programs.
• Ensure all employees receive mandatory training (e.g., health & safety).
• Work with management to develop leadership and succession planning programs.
• Help on payroll processes and employee benefits administration.
• Benchmark salaries and benefits to maintain competitive compensation structures.
• Manage employee benefits programs, including pensions, healthcare, and leave policies.
• HR Systems & Reporting
• Maintain and update HR systems, ensuring accuracy in employee records.
• Generate HR reports to track key metrics such as staff turnover, absenteeism, and training completion.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency in HR operations.
• Workplace Culture & Engagement
• Promote a positive company culture, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Organise employee engagement initiatives such as team-building events and recognition programs.
• Drive mental health and wellbeing initiatives to support employee welfare.

Early finish Fridays