Standalone HR Manager

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Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a standalone HR Manager for a client in North Nottingham. This full-time position offers a salary of up to £42,000 plus benefits. The HR Manager will be responsible for shaping an inclusive workplace culture, ensuring compliance with UK employment law, managing recruitment, and supporting employee relations. The ideal candidate should have proven HR generalist experience and the ability to work onsite full-time.

Benefits

Health benefits

Employee engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in a standalone HR role, ideally within an SME.
• Confident in managing ER issues independently.
• Able to work onsite full-time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HR policies and the company handbook.
• Align people strategy with business goals.
• Manage all aspects of employee relations.
• Lead the full recruitment lifecycle.
• Coach and mentor managers.

Skills

Proven HR generalist experience

Managing employee relations

Building relationships

Understanding 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.