Senior Human Resources Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded professional services company seeks a Senior HR Manager to enhance HR strategies and implement HR practices aligned with business goals. This role involves leading key HR functions and fostering a high-performance culture to support organizational growth and transformation. The position offers an opportunity to act as a trusted advisor to leadership while improving employee experiences and supporting change initiatives.

Benefits

Company events

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working options

On-site health & wellbeing team

Holiday vouchers

Healthcare cash plan

Qualifications

• Proven HR leadership experience with strategic roles.
• Deep understanding of HR’s role in business success.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with company objectives.
• Lead employee relations cases and performance management.
• Oversee recruitment and talent acquisition for senior roles.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision-making

Coaching

Relationship-building

Change management

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Tools

Sage HR

Job description

Our client is an ambitious and well-regarded professional services company, seeking a Senior HR Manager to play a key role in driving HR strategy and overseeing its implementation across the business. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, ensuring HR practices align 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 organizational growth and transformation.

Job Title: Senior HR Manager

Consultant: Vic (please direct all enquiries to emailprotected)

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategies with the company’s objectives and vision.
• Develop and implement HR strategies that promote transformation, leadership development, and growth.
• Advise management on strategic decisions, including talent management and organizational development.
• Support workforce planning and restructuring initiatives to enhance performance.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Lead employee relations cases, including performance management, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Advise managers on performance strategies to align goals with business objectives.
• Support employee engagement programs to improve retention and morale.

Talent Acquisition & Succession Planning

• Oversee recruitment for senior and critical roles, ensuring alignment with growth plans.
• Manage talent identification and succession planning to build leadership pipelines.
• Guide leadership development, career progression, and talent retention initiatives.

Learning & Development

• Develop and implement learning strategies to support business goals and foster continuous learning.
• Champion leadership development programs and high-potential initiatives.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend improvements.

HR Systems & Processes

• Optimize HR systems and tools, including performance management platforms and engagement surveys.
• Implement HR metrics and analytics to measure initiative impact.
• Ensure smooth operation and accuracy of HR technology (e.g., Sage HR).

Policy Development & Compliance

• Lead development and communication of HR policies to ensure legal compliance.
• Stay updated on legal changes and industry trends, advising the business accordingly.
• Oversee HR operations to meet regulatory standards.

Change Management

• Lead organizational change initiatives with clear communication and support.
• Manage culture change programs aligned with organizational values.
• Provide coaching to leadership during change periods.

People Development & Coaching

• Lead and mentor the HR team for effective service delivery.
• Coach leaders on leadership skills, team development, and performance management.
• Review HR team performance and support their development.

Employee Benefits & Wellness

• Manage employee benefits and wellness programs.
• Design recognition and rewards programs to promote high performance.

Measures of Success:

• Achieving HR goals aligned with business objectives.
• Successful change management with minimal disruption.
• Improved HR system efficiency and operational performance.
• Positive employee feedback on HR policies and benefits.
• Demonstrable impact on organizational performance and culture.

Person Specification:

Skills and Experience:

• CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent and proven HR leadership experience.

Experience:

• Significant HR experience with strategic and operational roles.
• Leadership in HR in a growing, dynamic environment.
• Expertise in employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.
• Experience with change management, talent acquisition, and succession planning.
• Proficient in HR systems and data analytics tools (e.g., Sage HR).
• Strong leadership, coaching, and strategic influence skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Data-driven decision-making mindset.
• Passion for leadership development and high-performance culture.
• Deep understanding of HR’s role in business success.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and adaptability.
• Ability to build trust and act as a change agent.

Benefits include:

• Company events, pension, cycle to work scheme, flexible working options, on-site health & wellbeing team, holiday, vouchers, healthcare cash plan.