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HR Leader
Job Posted: 14 hours ago
Salary: £ 42,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Think Human Resources is supporting a business with the recruitment of an HR contractor to join their Stockport office for a 6-month contract.
The business is looking for someone to start as soon as possible, so if you are available from December, this could be a great opportunity. Hybrid working is available, but you must be able to commute to the Stockport office.
The focus of this role will be to lead, coach, and coordinate a small HR team to successfully deliver HR projects, services, and operational priorities. The key emphasis is on planning, performance, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Line manage three HR team members, including running regular team meetings
Set clear objectives and priorities for team members
Allocate workload effectively based on business priorities and team capability
Support team development, ensuring access to resources, training, and guidance
Build a positive, accountable culture focused on delivery and continuous improvement
Plan, organise, and monitor delivery of HR projects (e.g., onboarding improvements, HR policies, employee experience initiatives, system rollouts)
Implement simple, repeatable frameworks for project scoping, planning, and reporting
Provide progress updates to the senior management team
Improve operational effectiveness of HR processes, documentation, and communication
Introduce or enhance tracking dashboards, KPIs, and service standards
Ensure data integrity and compliance are maintained
Promote consistent and professional communication from the HR team
Escalate risks, challenges, and delivery barriers proactivelyThis role is ideal for a strong people manager who can make an immediate impact. You'll be responsible for delivering key projects while supporting the company directors.
We are looking for someone who:
Loves structure, efficiency, and dashboards
Enjoys improving processes and building consistency
Can align expectations with managers, manage communications, and build strong relationships across the wider organisation
Is delivery-focused, with the ability to ensure projects, processes, and operations are executed effectivelyRequirements
Immediate availability to start
Able to commute to the Stockport officeIf you are a delivery-focused manager looking to lead an HR team and make an impact in a fast-paced environment, this could be a great 6-month opportunity for you.
Think Human Resources is the HR division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independently owned recruitment business. The HR division is responsible for recruiting permanent, temporary and contract roles within the field of Human Resources including; HR Administrator, HR Assistant, HR Advisor, HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Head of HR, Employee Relations, talent, internal recruitment, Learning and Development, Compensation and Benefits/Reward and RecognitionBefore You Apply
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