Human Resources Manager

Job Overview

We are delighted to be assisting a small business group, based in Stockport, with their search for a new HR Manager. This is a stand‑alone role supporting a staff base of 135, with assistance from an external HR consultancy when needed, and forms part of a supportive senior leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a hands‑on, autonomous position, within a well established and highly regarded organisation.

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🟡 30 hours per week (4 full days or 5 short days per week)

🟡 Salary £35,000 to £50,000 p.a. pro‑rata, dependent on experience

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment and onboarding processes
• Advise managers and employees on HR policies, employment law, and best practices
• Handle employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinaries, and conflict resolution
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, regulations, and company policies
• Oversee performance management processes, appraisals, and feedback systems
• Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination
• Support learning, training, and employee development initiatives
• Lead workforce planning and succession planning activities
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems
• Promote employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives
• Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews and final documentation
• Support organisational change and provide people‑related insights to leadership
• Act as the primary point of contact for all HR‑related matters within the organisation

• Experience working in a generalist HR role
• Experience managing the full employee lifecycle (hiring to exit)
• Ability to work independently and manage all HR matters
• Strong communication and people skills
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Good organisation and time‑management skills
• Practical and solution‑focused approach
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent is desirable, but not essential

My client is unable to provide sponsorship for this role and will only consider those already living within a reasonable commute to Stockport.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Human Resources

Industry: Education