Human Resources Manager

Northreach; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead their people function and drive strategic HR initiatives. In this pivotal role, you will oversee essential HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, and compliance, while contributing to the Senior Leadership Team. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the organization in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you're a hands-on HR professional eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative environment

Exposure to strategic initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager in financial services or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with business objectives.

Skills

HR Management

Employee Relations

UK Employment Law

Recruitment

Performance Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

TUPE Transfers

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Northreach is a dynamic recruitment agency that connects businesseswith top talent in financial services, fintech, and digital sectors.We specialize in providing a seamless recruitment experience forclients and candidates, fostering innovation and professional growth.

About the Role

We areseeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the people functionand drive HR strategy, employee engagement, and compliance. As part ofthe Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in shaping thefuture of the business and ensuring the smooth operation of HRprocesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all HR functions, including employee relations(ER), recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Develop and implement HR policies, processes, and strategiesaligned with business objectives.
• Manage HR metrics andreporting, providing insights to leadership on workforce trends.
• Handle disciplinary procedures, acting as an InvestigatingOfficer and ensuring all documentation is managed appropriately.
• Oversee leave management, payroll reviews, benefitsadministration, and compensation planning (bonuses, promotions, carand travel allowances, leases).
• Support TUPE transfers whereapplicable.
• Take responsibility for office management, IT,training, health & safety, insurance, and facilities management.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an HR Manager, preferably withinfinancial services or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge ofUK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience handlingemployee relations, recruitment, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solvingskills.
• Ability to manage multiple locations and work withsenior stakeholders.
• Experience with TUPE and HR consultingis a plus.
• A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalentexperience) is preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of the Senior Leadership Team,helping shape the future of the business.
• Work in asupportive and collaborative environment.
• Gain exposure to abroad range of HR responsibilities and strategic initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a hands-on HR professional looking for a role whereyou can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Northreach is an equal opportunity employer and we do notdiscriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based onrace, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or age. Weare committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in theworkplace and hiring practices, therefore only partner with businessthat promote DEI. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusiveenvironment for all employees.