Human Resources Manager – Belfast (Sport NI)

The Recruitment Co; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Belfast is seeking a Human Resources Manager to oversee HR operations, policy development, and team management. This full-time role requires a dedicated individual with strong leadership skills and a commitment to fostering organizational values such as integrity and collaboration. The position is crucial for enhancing employee engagement and ensuring compliance with HR legislation. Join a dynamic organization and make an impact in the HR function.

Qualifications

• 3 years leading a team to provide HR services.
• 3 years managing payroll and statutory processes.
• Demonstrable experience in overseeing Health and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR team and manage recruitment processes.
• Develop and implement HR policies.
• Oversee payroll, employee relations, and training programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Organizational Skills

Policy Development

Education

Degree or equivalent in Human Resources

Post-graduate degree or equivalent in Human Resources

Associate Level Membership of CIPD

Job description

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Posted:

18.06.2025

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02.08.2025

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Job Description:

Position: Human Resources Manager

AO Pay Rate: £22.65 per hour

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Hours of Work: 0830-1700 Mon – Thu 0830-1630 Fri

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 3-6 months

The HR Manager plays a key role in the day-to-day management of the HR Department and has responsibility for the organisation, development and effective delivery of an all-encompassing HR Function. The post holder will act as a key advocate for culture change within the organisation and for overseeing the successful delivery of our Vision, Mission and Values. The HR Manager will be based at House of Sport, Belfast and will also provide HR services to Sport NI’s other two sites based at Tollymore National Outdoor Centre, Bryansford & the Sports Institute, Jordanstown.

Sport NI’s values are excellence, integrity, collaboration and learning. Sport NI seeks an individual who can share and embody these values.

Job Duties:

People Management & Development

• To lead the HR team to provide a professional HR service to managers across Sport NI & deliver all aspects of day-to-day transactional HR. Motivating and developing the team to deliver a high-quality service to the organisation and to seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
• To be the key driver development of a HR strategy and the delivery of objectives relating to the Business Plan and Corporate Strategy.
• Manage recruitment and selection processes to attract a highly skilled, flexible and motivated workforce to provide high quality services.
• Manage of all aspects of the employee life cycle and associated processes including induction, training, performance management, payroll and pensions.
• Lead on matters relating to employment legislation, policy and terms and conditions of employment.
• Manage the delivery of effective employee and industrial relations.
• Manage the development and implementation of for staff learning and development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving both individual and organisational goals and objectives.

Policy Development

• Research, develop and implement Policies and Procedures relating to all HR activities and consult with the recognised Union accordingly.
• Monitor existing Policies and Procedures and update where necessary to reflect the changing needs of the organisation and in line with current legislation and best practice guidelines.
• Provide advice and assistance to staff regarding all aspects of HR policy and procedures

Reward and Remuneration

• To have full oversight of the monthly payroll and pension activities for the organisation ensuring information is processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• To provide advice and guidance on payroll and pension to managers and staff.
• To manage the completion of statutory returns as and when required.
• To keep up to date with current processes and changes in pension, HMRC and employment legislation ensuring procedures are up to date.

Systems, Business and Organisational Development

• Management of the development of HR and Payroll Information Systems to maximise integration and efficiency.
• Manage the effective operation of HR processes relating to recruitment, payroll, attendance management and general administration.
• Manage the effective reporting of HR business information internally and externally.
• Provide leadership in the development and delivery of structural and cultural change programs across the organisation.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing

• Management of the organisation’s Health and Safety, ensuring that the organisation is meeting its obligations under Health & Safety legislation.

· A degree or equivalent professional qualification in Human Resources

· Hold Associate Level Membership, or higher of the Chartered Institute of Personnel &

Development (CIPD)

· 3 years full-time employment (or equivalent) gained within the last 5 years of leading a team

to successfully provide a value-added HR advisory service to managers, delivering all aspects of

day-to-day transactional HR.

· 3 years full-time employment (or equivalent) gained within the last 5 years of supporting

organisations, senior managers & teams through organisational change.

· 3 years full-time employment (or equivalent) gained within the last 5 years of managing of

monthly payroll and associated statutory processes.

· Must be able to work additional hours, some of which may be at the weekend or at short notice

· Access to a form of transport insured to enable the post holder to carry out the responsibilities

of the post in full.

· A post-graduate degree or equivalent professional qualification in Human Resources

· Demonstrable experience of overseeing Health and Safety within an organization.

· 5 years full-time employment (or equivalent) gained within the last 7 years of leading a team

to successfully provide a value-added HR advisory service to managers, delivering all aspects of

day-to-day transactional HR.

*The successful applicant will be required to complete an Access NI during registration*