HR Team Leader

Aspire; Manchester; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR organisation in the UK is seeking an HR Team Leader to lead their HR Advice & Support Team. You'll ensure outstanding service in HR functions while driving initiatives for employee engagement and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have strong HR experience and excellent knowledge of employment law. This role offers a full-time contract, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact in an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 statutory days

Company mobile phone

Employee Assistance Service

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage or supervise staff teams.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law and equality legislation.
• Commitment to fostering inclusion, wellbeing, and a person-centred ethos.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR Advice & Support Team, ensuring outstanding customer service.
• Drive employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
• Liaise with trade unions and external advisors.

Skills

Strong HR experience

Excellent communication skills

Experience in employee relations

Strategic problem-solving skills

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Job Opportunity

Location: Stockport Town Centre. Contract: Full‑time (37.5 hours per week) – Part‑time considered. Reports to: Head of People & Performance. Salary: £34,000 – £37,000 per annum.

About Us

We are a values‑driven organisation committed to excellence in people management and employee wellbeing. As part of our Human Resources Department, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing workplace culture.

The Role

As HR Team Leader, you will lead our HR Advice & Support Team, ensuring fairness, consistency, and outstanding customer service across all aspects of HR. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll:

• Provide expert advice to managers on investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, and performance management.
• Drive employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusion initiatives.
• Manage and develop HR Officers and administrators, ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Oversee absence, sickness, welfare, and conduct processes.
• Liaise with trade unions and external advisors, supporting tribunal preparation and TUPE processes.
• Chair formal meetings, lead investigations, and act as mediator when required.
• Support policy development, training, and compliance with employment law and best practice.
• Present HR data and reports to senior management, influencing strategy and organisational direction.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic HR environment. You’ll bring:

• Strong HR experience with excellent knowledge of employment law and equality legislation.
• Proven ability to manage or supervise staff teams.
• CIPD qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Experience in employee relations, TUPE, restructures, and tribunal preparation.
• Strategic problem‑solving skills and the ability to influence organisational direction.
• Commitment to fostering inclusion, wellbeing, and a person‑centred ethos.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + 8 statutory days (pro rata).
• Birthday off.
• Pension & life assurance.
• Sick pay, probation bonus, welcome back bonus.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, compassionate & carer’s leave.
• Employee Assistance Service, medical & dental benefits.
• Discounted rail tickets, staff discounts, refer‑a‑friend scheme.
• Company mobile phone, laptop, travel allowance, lease/rental car allowance.
• Staff awards recognising excellence.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive, forward‑thinking organisation. You’ll be empowered to lead, innovate, and shape HR practices that truly enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and organisational success.

Apply Today

This role is subject to satisfactory DBS and referencing checks. Apply today and help us build a workplace where people thrive.