Head of HR

CMA HR Division is delighted to be supporting a growing SME based in Ferndown as they appoint their first dedicated Head of HR. This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the HR function — combining operational delivery with the development of HR practices that will support the business through its next phase of growth.

Reporting in at board level.

What will the Head of HR role involve?

Strategic Leadership

Develop and deliver a forward-looking HR strategy aligned to business goals
Act as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior leadership team
Champion diversity, equity and inclusion across the organisation
Employee Relations & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with UK employment legislation and ACAS best practice
Manage complex employee relations matters including grievances, disciplinaries and TUPE activity
Maintain up-to-date HR policies, procedures and employee handbook
Performance, Learning & Development

Design and embed performance management frameworks
Oversee learning and development programmes to build capability and career pathways
Promote a culture of continuous feedback and development
Support delivery of reward and recognition initiatives aligned to business values
Ensure accurate payroll input and integration of bonus, commission and incentive schemes
Oversee HR systems, data integrity and meaningful reporting to support decision-making

Suitable candidate for the HR Manager vacancy:

HR leadership experience, ideally within an SME or multi-site environment
Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice and CIPD professional standards
Excellent stakeholder-management and influencing capability
Strategic mindset with a hands-on, pragmatic approach
CIPD Level 7 or equivalent professional qualification preferred

Additional benefits and information for the HR Manager role:

Newly created position with autonomy to shape the HR function
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a people-focused, growing business

If you’re an experienced HR professional who enjoys combining strategic influence with day-to-day delivery, this is a fantastic opportunity to build and lead a modern HR function from the ground up.

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