Opportunities

 

Human Resources Manager (37.5 hpw, Full-time and Permanent)

 

Salary: 

Depending on experience and qualifications

Department:

Human Resources

Reports to:

Operations Director

Position Summary:

Main job functions (Note: In addition to these functions employees are required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required).

Job Location: 

Washington, Tyne & Wear and occasionally visiting other sites when the need arises.

 

This role is very much a generalist HR role and the ideal candidate will be proficient at managing a fast paced and varied workload.

• Review existing practices and implement improvements that enhance both people and company performance. Keeping policies and the Staff Handbook up to date.
• Manage employee relations across the business; looking to mediate a suitable and pragmatic solution for all involved.
• Provide guidance and direction on all employee relations matters, including discipline, coaching and performance management situations.
• Looking at succession plans and key areas of risk to ensure business continuity.
• Recruitment management, including sourcing (internally and externally) for the best qualified candidates; also ensuring a successful on boarding process.
• Supporting the Directors, Board of Directors and Senior Managers in the development and delivery of all People related projects.
• Regularly review current companywide salaries and remuneration structures, benchmark against industry standards and make recommendations in line with yearly budgets.
• Complete an annual HR/Reception budget as well as reviewing the overall company training budget.
  
• Ensuring all staff records are kept up to date and fully comply with all data protection regulations (GDPR).
• Reviewing all staff benefits on an annual basis, ensuring the providers are offering a first class service, sourcing alterative and new providers where necessary.
• Ownership of the annual appraisal process, supporting and guiding managers through the process, ensuring Personal Development Plans are implemented for all staff.
• Identify any training and skills gaps within the organisation and arranging suitable solutions with the necessary manager/department.
• Create and conduct the annual Employee Satisfaction Survey; setting goals and KPI improvements for the following 12 months. All results are presented to the Board of Directors.
• Champion employee engagement and well-being initiatives; responsible for many on-site staff events and "fun days".
• Working closely with the Security Manager to ensure full compliance with our Known Consignor accreditation.
• Overall responsibility for the Reception function and staffing; arranging cover (which may be yourself) during holiday/lunch periods. Ensuring all staff are fully trained.
• Completing all department (HR and Reception) risk assessments in conjunction with HS/Site Services.
• Assist with minute taking at Board level meetings and arrange any necessary travel or documentation.
• Active member of the Health and Safety Group Committee.
• Any other ad-hoc duties which may be deemed suitable.

 

Skills / Competencies:

• Good employment law knowledge, ability to keep up to date with legislative changes.
• Excellent organisational skills
  
• Ability to prioritise and meet all deadlines
• Strong analytical and report writing skills
• Minute taking ability (Board level)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of the HR/Reception team.

 

Qualifications / Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar generalist HR Manager role.
• Managing and supporting a small team
• CIPD qualified (minimum Level 5)
• Relevant degree

The list is not exhaustive.