HR Manager

Hays are delighted to be partnering with an innovative organisation to appoint an HR & Operations Manager. This is a standalone position offering broad responsibility across the employee lifecycle whilst also overseeing a number of operational and office management activities. Reporting directly into senior leadership, you will play a key role in supporting business growth, developing people practices and ensuring the smoothday-to-day running of the organisation.

About the Company
Our client is ahighly successful and growing technology organisation operating within aspecialist scientific and engineering sector. With ambitious growth plans and a collaborative culture, they are seeking an experienced HR professional who enjoys variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all HR activities across the employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to exit
Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees on HR matters
Provide guidance on employee relations cases, policies and employment legislation
Manage recruitment activities and support hiring managers with attraction and selection
Review, update and implement HR policies and processes
Support organisational growth, workforce planning and people initiatives
Maintain HR records, reporting and compliance requirements
Oversee office and operational activities to ensure the business runs efficiently
Manage relationships with external suppliers and service providers
Support wider business projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with senior leaders to drive a positive and high-performing culture
About You
To be successfulin this role, you will likely have:

Previous experience operating as a standalone HR Manager, HR Business Partner or Senior HR Generalist
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations
Experience managing the full employee lifecycle
Confidence partnering with senior stakeholders and advising managers
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
A proactive and hands-on approach with a willingness to support operational activities when required
Experience within an SME, growing business or technology-led environment would be advantageous
CIPD qualification or equivalent experience
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking for a broad and varied role where they can take ownership, influence decision-making andplay a key role in a growing business.

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