A well-established and successful company in the Automotive industry are looking for a HR Manager to join their team based in North Acton. This is a key role for a HR Manager to manage the companies HR functions and lead in managing employee relations, recruitment, payroll operations and company benefits. Looking for an experienced HR Specialist with good all round HR experience who is able to work in a standalone position.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise management on people-related matters: disciplinary actions, grievances, absence management, redundancies, and restructures
Coach and support managers, ensuring advice aligns with company policies and legislation.
Supervise HR team, including Payroll Advisor
Manage employee relations cases to mitigate litigation risk
Coordinate with external advisors (e.g., Pension, Employment) for cost-effective services and renewals
Administer employee benefits and implement programs to attract, retain, and enhance employee experience
Identify and lead HR process improvements
Assist Managing Director with annual pay structure reviews
Ensure compliance with legal reporting requirements (e.g., Gender Pay Gap, Modern Slavery)
Update policies and procedures to reflect legislative and company changes
Compile monthly HR metrics, develop action plans, and recommend improvements
Collaborate with the Training team to enhance employee and manager skills
Manage employee requests (e.g., flexible working, maternity, paternity) and ensure accurate documentation
Oversee employee lifecycle processes with accurate documentation
Conduct regular audits of visas, driving licenses, and credit checks and ensure compliance through regular audits of digital and paper-based employee files
Manage archiving of personnel and payroll data in line with GDPR
Oversee recruitment, selection, and on boarding processes
Manage weekly payroll processing using Sage 50
Experience Required:
Experience as an HR Manager – comprehensive generalist capabilities who has experience of working in a stand alone position
Experience of working in an SME company
CIPD qualification of at least Level 5, or the equivalent experience
Must have a strong foundation in HR practices and employment law
Highly skilled in navigating and resolving conflicts, conducting disciplinary procedures, and managing complex employee relations cases with confidence and discretion
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
Confident communicator, comfortable challenging decisions when necessary
Advanced IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and data analysis
Benefits Include:
On-site diner (discounts for food for staff)
Vehicle Discount Scheme (based on length of service)
Eye Care
Employee Assistance Program
On-site Gym
Pension
Referral Program
Ride to Work Scheme
Free Parking
Length of service perks (additional holidays/ vouchers)
Team building events/ social events
Company sponsorship for relevant courses/qualifications (e.g. CIPD)*
Hours of work: 9am-6.00pm or 8am – 5pm
If you have previous experience as a HR Manager/Generalist and looking for a new opportunity within an established company, please apply today!!!
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PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
