Standalone HR Manager — Rural SME with Strategic Impact

Brellis Recruitment; Stretton on Dunsmore CP; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a hands-on HR Manager for an established SME near Rugby. This role demands full ownership of the HR function, including managing complex employment issues and ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate should be CIPD qualified and have proven experience in an HR Manager position, preferably within construction or engineering environments. This is a great opportunity to influence HR practices with senior leadership in a rural office setting.

Benefits

Autonomous HR role

Opportunity to shape HR

Attractive office location

Qualifications

• CIPD qualified, ideally to Level 5.
• Proven experience in a standalone or generalist HR Manager role, ideally within an SME environment.
• Comfortable operating autonomously with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Own the full employee lifecycle as the sole HR professional.
• Lead on all disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation.

Skills

CIPD qualified

Experience in standalone HR role

Knowledge of UK employment law

Ability to manage employee relations

Experience in construction or engineering

Organised

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a hands-on HR Manager for an established SME near Rugby. This role demands full ownership of the HR function, including managing complex employment issues and ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate should be CIPD qualified and have proven experience in an HR Manager position, preferably within construction or engineering environments. This is a great opportunity to influence HR practices with senior leadership in a rural office setting.