Human Resources Manager

Simpson Judge; Stockport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A small business group in Stockport seeks a part-time HR Manager to handle HR policies, recruitment, and employee relations. This role supports a staff base of 135 and is part of a senior leadership team. Candidates should have experience in generalist HR roles and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include developing HR policies, managing the employee lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Flexibility and a solution-focused approach are essential. The position does not provide sponsorship and seeks local applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience in a generalist HR role.
• Experience managing the full employee lifecycle from hiring to exit.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Advise managers on HR policies and employment law.
• Oversee performance management processes.
• Support learning and employee development initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

People skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Ability to work independently

Solution-focused approach

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

We are delighted to be assisting a small business group, based in Stockport, with their search for a new HR Manager. This is a stand‑alone role supporting a staff base of 135, with assistance from an external HR consultancy when needed, and forms part of a supportive senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a hands‑on, autonomous position, within a well established and highly regarded organisation.

Base pay range

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🟡 30 hours per week (4 full days or 5 short days per week)

🟡 Salary £35,000 to £50,000 p.a. pro‑rata, dependent on experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment and onboarding processes
• Advise managers and employees on HR policies, employment law, and best practices
• Handle employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinaries, and conflict resolution
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, regulations, and company policies
• Oversee performance management processes, appraisals, and feedback systems
• Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination
• Support learning, training, and employee development initiatives
• Lead workforce planning and succession planning activities
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
• Promote employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives
• Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews and final documentation
• Support organisational change and provide people‑related insights to leadership
• Act as the primary point of contact for all HR‑related matters within the organisation

Qualifications and requirements

• Experience working in a generalist HR role
• Experience managing the full employee lifecycle (hiring to exit)
• Ability to work independently and manage all HR matters
• Strong communication and people skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Good organisation and time‑management skills
• Practical and solution‑focused approach
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent is desirable, but not essential

My client is unable to provide sponsorship for this role and will only consider those already living within a reasonable commute to Stockport.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Human Resources

Industry: Education