HR Manager

We are working with our client, based in Thirsk, who are looking to appoint an experienced HR professional to take ownership of their day to day HR function. This is a hands on role supporting around 70 employees, working closely with managers and employees to provide practical HR support and ensure the people function runs smoothly.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for:

• Managing disciplinary, grievance, absence and capability matters from start to finish, ensuring they are handled fairly, consistently and in line with employment legislation
• Providing practical advice and guidance to managers on day to day employee relations and people matters
• Maintaining accurate and up to date records and documentation across all HR cases
• Monitoring absence, turnover and employee trends and identifying areas where early intervention may be beneficial
• Managing the full recruitment process, from drafting adverts through to interview, offer and onboarding
• Working with managers to understand recruitment requirements and coordinate interviews
• Ensuring right to work checks, contracts and onboarding documentation are completed correctly
• Supporting managers with probation reviews and early performance management
• Preparing contracts, variation letters and other employee correspondence
• Maintaining accurate personnel files and HR records
• Coordinating monthly payroll information with Finance
• Maintaining and updating HR policies and bringing existing policies together into a clear and accessible employee handbook
• Supporting managers with performance management and introducing a straightforward annual appraisal process
• Preparing information to support pay review discussions
• Maintaining basic HR reporting covering headcount, absence and turnover
• Supporting employee engagement, internal communications and recognition initiatives
• Working with senior leadership to identify themes from employee feedback, absence, turnover and employee relations and recommend practical improvements
• Liaising with the wider HR function within the group, supporting alignment on areas such as job evaluation and pay review processes
• Overseeing fleet administration, including servicing, repairs, vehicle allocation and supplier liaison
• Working with Finance on fleet related matters, including benefit in kind information where required

We are looking for someone with solid generalist HR experience who is comfortable managing employee relations matters independently and providing practical advice to managers. You will be highly organised, confident with HR documentation and able to build strong working relationships at all levels.

CIPD Level 5, or equivalent practical experience, is preferred. Experience of working in a fast paced operational environment would be beneficial, along with a pragmatic approach and the confidence to work independently.