Hays are delighted to be working on a rare HR Manager opportunity to join a well-established organisation in Oxford, working closely with the Head of HR to deliver a high-quality, proactive HR service across a diverse workforce.
About the Role
This is true HR Generalist role, combining day-to-day operational leadership of the team, leading on all aspects of the employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, policy and procedure updates and project support. Working closely with the Head of HR this will role will help to shape the HR function for the future. This is a brand new role and would suit an established HR Manager that has worked in a small HR Function.
You'll take ownership of:
Employee relations casework
Recruitment oversight and delivery
HR operational processes and service standards
Supporting wider HR projects and system improvements
You'll also lead a small HR team, ensuring consistency, efficiency and high-quality service across the function.
Key Responsibilities
Manage complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, sickness absence, harassment and performance issues, ensuring a fair, consistent and legally compliant
Oversee absence management processes, including the monitoring and analysis of absence trends, supporting employee wellbeing initiatives and the effective management of long-term and short-term absence cases
Review and improve HR processes and workflows, implementing change where required, and develop Standard Operating Procedures and service standards to ensure the consistent delivery of HR services.
Support the Head of HR with policy development, staff surveys, exit interview analysis and the implementation of HR initiatives, ensuring policies are applied consistently.
Supervise the recruitment and selection process for support staff and academic appointments, providing advice and support to the HR team and ensuring all recruitment activity is managed in a professional and timely manner
Manage the appointment process from advertising through to onboarding, including participation in selection interviews, approval of offers and contracts, pre-employment checks, right to work, DBS and visa compliance, and staff induction
Oversee recruitment reporting and monitoring, including equality data, recruitment effectiveness, and the provision of advice on recruitment, right to work and employment compliance matters.
Line manage a team of two, inspiring the team to be creative, seek excellence and take pride in their work.
About You
Proven experience as a HR Manager OR A strong HR Generalist / Senior HR Advisor ready to step up into management
Employee Relations experience up to dissmissal and up to date UK employment Law knowledge
CIPD Level 5 is advantageous
Strong generalist HR knowledge across the employee lifecycle and operational excellence
Confidence working with stakeholders and influencing decision-making
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
The ability to provide guidance and coaching to your own team
Package & Benefits
£50,000 - £55,000
30 days holiday + bank holidays
Generous pension scheme
Cycle to work & electric car schemes
Season ticket loans
Free Onsite parking available - first come first serve basis
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Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year