Human Resources Manager

Lisburn, Northern Ireland (hybrid working, with at least 2 days per week at head office; other offices negotiable)

35 hours per week, hybrid, permanent subject to funding

ASCERT is a Northern Ireland charity and one of the leading providers of services addressing drug and alcohol related issues. We employ around 70 staff and deliver a wide range of services across Northern Ireland from bases in Lisburn, Omagh and Belfast. We play an active role in policy development and in delivering strategy at regional and local level.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated HR Manager to lead a professional, effective and responsive Human Resources and Corporate Services function. You will deliver ASCERT’s People Strategy and support a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture. As a member of the management team, you will provide professional HR advice and guidance, ensuring that policies, procedures and employment practices are compliant, consistent and aligned with organisational needs.

Director of Finance & Corporate Services

• Overseeing the day-to-day delivery of HR services, including recruitment and retention, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, workforce planning and staff wellbeing
• Managing and overseeing payroll, health and safety, facilities management and other corporate services, ensuring appropriate systems, processes and compliance arrangements are maintained
• Balancing operational HR responsibilities with the delivery of strategic priorities
• Working closely with senior management and managers across the organisation
• Contributing to ASCERT’s development as a supportive, inclusive and trauma-informed organisation

• Experience as an HR Manager or in a similar senior HR role
• Experience of overseeing payroll, health and safety and facilities management alongside HR

• 28 days annual leave plus 11 bank and public holidays
• Time off for Mental Health Awareness
• Time off in lieu policy
• Hybrid working options
• Competitive pension contributions from ASCERT, plus 6%
• Career development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme through Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Staff representation through the Staff Forum