HR Manager In High Wycombe

HR MANAGER:

We are looking for an experienced, people-focused HR Manager to lead the day-to-day HR and recruitment activities within a growing organisation.

This is a standalone, and therefore very hands-on HR role suited to someone who can combine strong HR knowledge with a practical, approachable style. You will work closely with employees, managers and the senior leadership team, providing advice, managing employee relations and helping to develop a positive and engaging workplace culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE HR MANAGER:

• Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding through to performance management and leavers / exit interviews and other associated ER activities.
• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, redundancies, absence and performance issues.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, processes and procedures.
• Lead and support recruitment, including job descriptions, interviews, offers and onboarding and inductions.
• Manage performance reviews and appraisal processes.
• Support learning, development and training initiatives.
• Monitor employee engagement, retention, wellbeing and workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR systems.
• Produce HR reports and provide people-related insight to senior management.
• Work closely with payroll and finance to ensure accurate employee information.
• Support reward, benefits, workforce planning and wider HR projects.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

This is a newly created position, and the ideal candidate will have proven experience as an HR Manager or have worked in a similar HR leadership role, with strong knowledge of employment legislation and employee relations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of working with and advising managers and senior leaders.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The confidence to handle challenging and sensitive situations.
• A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach.
• High levels of discretion, integrity and professionalism.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.
• Up to date knowledge of HR legislation and best practice, as well as confidence to handle changing UK and European legislation as it arises.
• Previous Payroll experience would be ideal, as this will sit within the HR manager’s remit.

CIPD qualification or equivalent is essential, as is experience of working within a fast-paced or growing organisation.

The ideal HR Manager will be approachable, supportive and people-focused, but also commercially aware and confident making decisions.

You should be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities and providing practical HR solutions across the business.

WHAT’S ON OFFER:  

• Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience
• Company bonus scheme
• Generous 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Free onsite parking

If you are an experienced HR professional looking for a varied, hands-on role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.