Our client is an ambitious and well-regarded professional services company, now seeking a Senior HR Manager to play a key role in driving the HR strategy and overseeing its implementation across the business. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, ensuring HR practices are aligned with business goals, and work to foster a high-performance culture. This position involves leading key HR functions, improving systems and policies, and ensuring an optimal employee experience that supports organisational growth and transformation.
Job Title: Senior HR Manager
Consultant: [emailprotected] - please direct all enquiries relating to this role to Vic
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
- Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with the company’s business objectives and vision.
- Develop and implement HR strategies that promote business transformation, leadership development, and organisational growth.
- Advise management on strategic decision-making, including talent management and organisational development.
- Support workforce planning and organisational restructuring initiatives to drive efficiency and performance.
Employee Relations & Performance Management
- Lead complex employee relations cases, including performance management, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
- Advise managers on performance strategies to align team and individual goals with business objectives.
- Support the development and implementation of employee engagement programs to improve retention and morale.
Talent Acquisition & Succession Planning
- Oversee recruitment for senior and critical roles, ensuring alignment with business growth plans.
- Manage talent identification and succession planning, ensuring a strong pipeline of leadership talent.
- Provide guidance on leadership development, career progression, and talent retention.
Learning & Development
- Develop and implement learning and development strategies to support business goals and create a culture of continuous learning.
- Champion leadership development programs and high-potential talent initiatives.
- Evaluate training programs to ensure their effectiveness and make recommendations for improvement.
HR Systems & Processes
- Optimise HR systems and tools, including performance management platforms and employee engagement surveys.
- Implement HR metrics and analytics to measure the impact of HR initiatives and provide insights to senior leadership.
- Ensure the smooth operation and accuracy of HR technology and systems (e.g., Sage HR).
Policy Development & Compliance
- Lead the development, review, and communication of HR policies to ensure compliance with employment law and industry best practices.
- Stay updated with legal changes and industry trends, advising the business on HR practices and compliance.
- Oversee HR operations to ensure they meet regulatory standards.
Change Management
- Lead organisational change initiatives, ensuring clear communication and employee support throughout transitions.
- Manage culture change programs, ensuring alignment with organisational values and goals.
- Provide coaching and support to leadership during periods of change.
People Development & Coaching
- Lead and mentor a team of HR professionals to ensure effective service delivery.
- Provide coaching to leaders at all levels on leadership skills, team development, and performance management.
- Regularly review HR team performance and provide development opportunities.
Employee Benefits & Wellness
- Oversee the management of employee benefits and wellness programs to enhance employee satisfaction and wellbeing.
- Design and implement recognition and rewards programs that reinforce a high-performance culture.
Measures of Success
- Achievement of HR goals aligned with business objectives, including talent retention, employee engagement, and leadership development.
- Successful management of change initiatives, with minimal disruption to business operations.
- Measurable improvement in HR system effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Positive employee feedback on HR policies, benefits, and overall employee experience.
- Demonstrable business impact through HR initiatives, as seen in improved organisational performance and culture.
Person Specification:
Skills and Experience:
- CIPD Level 7 qualification (or equivalent) and proven experience in a HR leadership role.
Experience:
- Demonstrable experience in HR, with significant exposure to strategic leadership and operational management.
- Experience leading HR functions in a dynamic, growing business environment.
- Strong background in employee relations, performance management, and organisational development.
- Experience in change management, talent acquisition, and succession planning.
- Proficient in HR systems and data analytics tools (e.g., Sage HR).
- Exceptional leadership and coaching abilities.
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to influence senior business decisions.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Data-driven mindset with the ability to use HR metrics to guide decision-making.
- Passion for Leadership Development: Demonstrates a commitment to shaping a high-performance culture and promoting leadership at all levels.
- Business Acumen: Deep understanding of HR’s role in driving business success.
- Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Always seeking personal and professional growth, while encouraging others to do the same.
- Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility in managing change and evolving business needs.
- Relationship Building: Builds trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels, acting as a change agent across the organisation.
Additional benefits include company events, pension, cycle to work scheme, flexible working options, on-site health & wellbeing team, and options for holiday, vouchers, and healthcare cash plans.
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