HR Manager

Description

Are you an experienced HR professional ready to make a real impact in a respected professional services firm? Our client is seeking a HR Manager to oversee HR practices, processes and to create a productive workplace. This is a pivotal position overseeing all aspects of HR operations, from policy development and employee relations to performance, recruitment and wellbeing. You will play a role in shaping a supportive, compliant and high-performing workplace.

Location: Birmingham (with travel to 2 other sites in Birmingham)

Salary: GBP45,000

Fulltime hours - Site based.

Responsibilities

- Acting as a trusted advisor to Partners and staff, offering expert HR guidance.

- Leading on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary or grievance processes.

- Reviewing and maintaining HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook in line with legislation and best practice.

- Managing the performance review and appraisal process, ensuring consistency and follow-up.

- Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and training initiatives, including the use of the firm's e-learning platform.

- Supporting payroll decisions around absence, sick pay, and benefits.

- Producing insightful monthly HR reports and contributing to Lexcel accreditation evidence.

- Supervising an HR & Recruitment Advisor and managing the Reception team.

About you

- 3+ years' experience in a similar HR Manager role - professional services or legal sector experience preferred.

- A strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.

- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills - able to engage and influence at all levels.

- The ability to remain calm, objective, and fair under pressure.

- CIPD qualification (or working towards) and a genuine commitment to professional development.

- Experience using HR software (Iris Cloud desirable).

- Proven leadership skills to support, guide and motivate a small team.

Ad ID: 5417313118