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A family-owned investment business with a diverse portfolio of companies is seeking an experienced HR professional to join as Group HR Manager. This organisation is committed to long-term, responsible investing practices, fostering sustainable growth, and creating positive impacts on the environment and the communities it serves.
The successful candidate will act as the central source of HR expertise, guiding and supporting people management across the organisation. This role is pivotal in fostering workplaces where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to thrive. By championing best practices and shaping people strategies, the Group HR Manager will play a key role in supporting the organisation’s continued growth and success.
Core Responsibilities:
Recruitment and Onboarding: Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes, including standardising associated documentation.
HR Policies and Procedures: Develop HR policies and procedures aligned with legislation, implement staff handbooks, and assist with payroll solutions and HR systems optimisation.
Reward Strategy: Review and recommend competitive compensation and benefits packages, lead annual salary reviews, and manage bonus/incentive schemes.
Employee Relations and Compliance: Oversee employee relations, ensure compliance with HR reporting requirements, manage performance appraisal systems, and coordinate employee surveys.
Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with senior leadership to align HR strategies with organisational goals, champion values, develop local HR support, and implement leadership development initiatives.
Sustainability and Integration: Support sustainability commitments through policy creation and assist with HR aspects of due diligence for acquisitions.
Behaviours, Skills & Essential Qualifications:
Qualifications:
CIPD Level 5 or equivalent (required).
Degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related discipline (desirable).
Level 7 or postgraduate qualification (desirable).Behaviours:
Acts with integrity, fairness, and respect for confidentiality.
Builds trust and positive relationships across all levels.
Communicates clearly and listens actively, adapting to different situations.
Works collaboratively, encouraging shared solutions.
Demonstrates empathy and sound judgement in resolving issues.
Maintains a constructive, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach to change.Skills:
Proven experience in a senior HR generalist role, preferably at Group level.
In-depth knowledge of UK Employment Law.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in writing and implementing policies and standardising HR documentation.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make a significant impact within a dynamic and values-driven organisation
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