HR & Training Manager - Renew Central

Blue Octopus Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

26 days annual leave

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme, 5% matched

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Group Discount Scheme

24 Hour Digital GP

Job summary

Blue Octopus Recruitment is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR function from their office in Birmingham. This role involves managing the entire employee lifecycle, providing support in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of UK employment law, excellent communication skills, and be confident in using HR systems. The position offers various benefits including a discretionary bonus, private medical insurance, and 26 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Manager level.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Calm, measured and pragmatic approach to sensitive situations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function and support day-to-day operations.
• Identify and assess training needs within the region.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees.

Skills

Generalist HR experience

UK employment law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Confidence in using HR systems

CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)

Tools

MHR iTrent

Microsoft Office

Job description

Permanent – Full Time – 37.5 hours

Based at our Quinton (Birmingham) office, this role will lead the HR function and support day-to-day operations in the region.

As a full HR generalist, you will be involved in every stage of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and HR administration. Alongside this, as Training Lead, you will identify and assess training needs within the region, ensuring colleagues are supported to develop and succeed.

You will act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, providing balanced, fair and empathetic guidance across a wide range of people matters. You will ensure best practice is followed and that all HR activities align with current employment legislation.

About you

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Manager level
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to influence and support managers constructively
• A calm, measured and pragmatic approach, with the ability to handle sensitive situations in a level-headed and diplomatic way
• Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office; experience with MHR iTrent would be advantageous, particularly in light of a forthcoming system implementation
• CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) is desirable
• Experience within the construction industry is desirable but not essential

Benefits commensurate with a company of our stature:

• Discretionary bonus, based on business performance.
• 26 days annual leave
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme, 5% matched, defined contribution scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities exist with our Cycle to Work and Additional Holiday Purchase
• Group Discount Scheme
• 24 Hour Digital GP

Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourages and values diversity and inclusion within our teams.