Standalone HR Manager

SF Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment agency is seeking a Standalone HR Manager in North Nottingham to shape a positive workplace culture. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £42,000 plus benefits. You will support various HR functions from recruitment to compliance with UK employment law, ensuring a high-performing environment. Ideal for an experienced HR professional wanting to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven HR generalist experience, ideally within an SME or standalone capacity.
• Confident managing ER issues independently.
• Able to build strong relationships at all levels.
• Solid understanding of UK employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain HR policies and company handbook.
• Align people strategy with wider business goals.
• Drive initiatives to boost employee engagement.
• Manage employee relations including disciplinary and grievance.
• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle.
• Oversee induction and onboarding processes.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Managing employee relations issues

Building relationships

Understanding of UK employment legislation

Job description

Standalone HR Manager
North Nottingham (Near J28, M1)
Onsite
Full-Time & Permanent
Up to GBP42,000 + Benefits

SF Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a long-standing SME client to recruit a standalone HR Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a hands-on, varied generalist role.

You'll play a key part in shaping and nurturing a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture, while ensuring the business remains fully compliant with UK employment legislation. As the sole HR presence on site, you'll be the go-to person for all people matters, providing support across recruitment, employee relations, learning & development, and more.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement and maintain HR policies and the company handbook
- Align people strategy with wider business goals and operational plans
- Drive initiatives to boost employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention
- Manage all aspects of employee relations including disciplinary, grievance, and conflict resolution
- Lead the full recruitment lifecycle, from attraction to onboarding
- Coach, mentor and challenge managers
- Oversee induction and onboarding processes for new starters
- Identify skills gaps and coordinate relevant learning & development opportunities
- Collaborate closely with the Health & Safety team
- Ensure ongoing compliance with UK employment law and industry specific regulations
- Work alongside the Finance team on payroll and benefits administration

About You:
- Proven HR generalist experience, ideally within an SME or standalone capacity
- Confident managing ER issues independently
- Able to build strong relationships at all levels
- Solid understanding of UK employment legislation
- Able to work onsite full-time

This is a brilliant opportunity for security and someone who is looking to take ownership of the HR function and make a impact in a growing organisation. Please apply now if you feel your experience aligns and you are keen to hear more.