Senior HR Manager role

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in London seeks a Senior HR Manager on a fixed term contract for 2 years. This role focuses on HR functions, policy development, and leading on EDI initiatives. Competitive annual salary of £50,000 with potential for permanent placement. Excellent benefits and working conditions are included.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension

Sick pay

Maternity, paternity and adoption benefit

Season ticket & bicycle loans

Free eye test and glasses

Qualifications

• Strong experience in HR operations and policy development.
• Demonstrable understanding of diverse community needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Governance and HR with HR functions.
• Develop and review HR policies in line with Trust needs.
• Lead on the implementation of the Trust's EDI policy.

Skills

Change Management

ED&I

Employment Law

Communication

Organizational Skills

Tools

Access Select HR

MS Office

Job description

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We are currently working in partnership with a Charity/Not for profit organisation based in London , who are recruiting for a Senior HR Manager on a fixed term contract of 2 years. The position is due to start w/c 23/09/2024 , with the potential to go permanent . The annual salary for this role will be £50,000 per annum .

The ideal candidate will have comprehensive experience within ED&I and change management.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

Provide high quality support to the Head of Governance and HR on aspects of the Trust’s HR function and on the provision of accurate, timely and relevant updates and reports as required by the Executive Team.

Deputise on occasion for the Head of Governance and HR in meetings with the Executive Team.

Ensure effective up-to-date HR policies and relevant other policies that meet the needs of the Trust and its staff are in place, reviewing them on an agreed schedule in line with the Trust’s Policy Matrix and updating as required. Identify any gaps in the suite of HR policies and develop new policies to fill that gap. Overall maintenance of the Policy Matrix.

Lead on the Trust’s EDI policy, ensuring that the policy is implemented in a practical way throughout the organisation and in all our activities.

Undertake investigations into grievances raised by staff members and complaints against staff or the Trust raised by external parties. Write up reports of the findings and propose realistic recommendations for actions in light of the investigation outcome

Support the Head of Governance and HR in delivering the actions that support preparations for the next Investors in People external assessment in late 2024. Ensure the Trust’s HR policies and practices remain consistent with the Investors in People standard

Development and implementation of a Cultural Competency Framework for the Trust.

Lead on responses to HR-related Subject Access Requests

Work proactively with the HR Business Partner on the running of staff recruitment and selection processes, including sitting as the HR representative on the interview panel for more senior roles

Experience required:

A good knowledge/understanding of the local area and community or demonstrable willingness to learn quickly

Experience of change management

Competency in use of Access Select HR and MS Office software packages

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

Substantial experience of working in HR operations and of developing and reviewing appropriate HR policies and procedures in a charity or similar setting

Sound understanding of employment law and a willingness to keep up-to-date with relevant legislative changes

A passion for EDI and an ability to be creative and engaging in communications around this subject

Strong organisational skills and an understanding of the importance of discretion and confidentiality

Excellent written and oral communication skills, including evidence of ability to adapt to a variety of cultural settings

A team player, with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to earn quickly the trust and confidence of staff and other stakeholders

Ability to operate effectively in a complex and fast-moving environment

Ability to operate with minimal supervision and to use initiative

An enquiring mind with the tact and confidence to undertake difficult or sensitive meetings and interviews

Demonstrable understanding of the needs of diverse communities and a commitment to equality of opportunity

Rewards and Benefits:

25 days annual leave

Pension

Sick pay

Maternity, paternity and adoption benefit

Season ticket & bicycle loans

Free eye test and glasses

Working hours:

Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

35 hours per week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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