HR Manager

Overview

HR Manager - Architect
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Based in Southwark
Office Based - after probation - Hybrid (4 days in the office, Friday working from home)

An award-winning architecture practice is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and manage the full HR function across its UK and Poland studios. Working with a 200-strong team, this is a senior, hands-on role partnering closely with the Board and Senior Management Team to align people strategy with business objectives, ensure compliance with employment legislation, and promote a positive, high-performing and supportive workplace across the practice.

• Lead the full HR function, acting as a trusted advisor to the Board and Senior Management Team
• Be the first point of contact for employees and managers on all HR matters
• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding
• Oversee employee relations matters including performance, absence, grievances, disciplinaries, wellbeing and learning & development
• Ensure HR policies, processes and practices are legally compliant and consistently applied across the UK and Poland offices
• Lead end-to-end recruitment, working with agencies and hiring managers
• Manage HR administration, employee data, reporting and HR metrics
• Oversee monthly UK payroll input and UK benefits administration
• Liaise with external partners including payroll, insurers, benefits and recruitment providers
• Champion staff wellbeing and contribute to a supportive and inclusive culture

• CIPD Level 5-7 qualified
• Proven experience in an HR Manager role within a business of 100+ employees
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience of working within the Architect industry, however open to other similar sectors
• Experience advising senior stakeholders and operating at SMT/Board level
• Highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident, proactive and approachable, with high levels of discretion

• Competitive pension scheme
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Extended Christmas office closure in addition to annual leave
• Annual remote working week for added flexibility
• Structured CPD programme with mentoring and training support
• Corporate gym discounts and funded wellbeing activities
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme
• …and much more

If you are an experienced HR Manager looking to play a true generalist and hands-on role within a design-led, people-focused practice, apply today.

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PLEASE NOTE:

We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.