214 Culture Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Who are we

Surrey County Cricket Club is committed to making sure cricket is a game for everyone. We believe that cricket should be based on the concepts of fair play, teamwork, and meritocracy and we know that there is work to do to make cricket truly accessible. We are looking for people to join us on the journey of handing cricket over to future generations as the most inclusive and diverse sport in the world.

The Position

The People and Culture Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering the Club’s people strategy. This role provides expert HR advice and coaching to leaders and employees and supports the development of a high-performance and values-led culture.

 You will provide expert HR advice and coaching, with a particular focus on employee relations matters, ensuring legal compliance and best practice.

Requirements

What you’ll do

• Provide expert HR advice and coaching to employees and leaders, embedding a high-performance and values-led culture.
• Overseeing recruitment, selection and employee onboarding
• Advise and coach on people management processes, in line with the Club’s culture and policies.
• Drive the People strategy and engagement with wider people initiatives.
• Champion diversity and inclusion strategies, fostering a culture of belonging and equity.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, policies, and service delivery.
• Support and lead on a range of HR projects to drive operational excellence
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, documents, and processes aligned with UK employment law and best practice.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to ensure policies reflect statutory requirements and current HR trends.
• Ensure GDPR compliance in all aspects of people data handling. Provide guidance to managers on appropriate data usage, retention, and confidentiality.
• Manage employee contracts, handbooks, and documentation templates and reviews.
• Stay up to date on employment legislation
• Take ownership of complex and sensitive employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and absence cases. Ensure all casework is handled in a timely, fair, and legally compliant manner, aligned with the Club’s values and policies. Provide clear, practical guidance to managers throughout the process, prepare documentation, chair formal meetings where appropriate, and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors where necessary and contribute to continuous improvement by identifying trends and recommending preventative measures or training.
• Working with the Safeguarding to drive compliance, and understanding of our safeguarding policies and procedures including low level concerns and managing allegations
• Influence and guide decision-making by presenting clear, pragmatic, and legally sound recommendations.
• Develop and deliver ER training to line managers
• Monitoring and reporting on ER cases data
• Provide practical advice and coaching to managers on handling people issues in line with policy and employment law.
• Support resolution of workplace conflicts and concerns in a timely and professional manner.

The Person

The successful candidate will have the following experience / skills / qualities:

Essential

• Proven HR experience in a fast-paced, values-led environment
• Track record of leading complex ER cases and investigations
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Familiarity with rolling out new processes, including training and coaching
• Approachable and empathetic, with a natural ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• Passionate about talent, culture, and helping others grow and thrive
• Values-led, with a commitment to inclusion, fairness, and continuous improvement

Desirable

• CIPD level 5 or equivalent
• Experience supporting safeguarding compliance and managing sensitive concerns.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5% Club Bonus Scheme

23 days holiday increasing to 28 days based on length of service

Non-Contributory Pension scheme / Private Health Care

Membership for domestic games, Tickets for International Games and loads more

 To Apply

Please apply via Workable with a CV and cover letter outlining why you are suitable for this role.

Closing date for applications is 23 October 2025.

We want to make all opportunities at Surrey County Cricket Club accessible to anyone who wants to apply. If submitting a written application is not the best way to tell us about your skills and experience, please let us know and we will discuss it with you.

At Surrey County Cricket Club, we really understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds within all workforces. Our workforce is no different and we strongly encourage applications from members of minority groups and all sections of the community.

If you think you might have these skills but are not 100% sure, please do still apply and let us decide. We know that people often rule themselves out of interesting opportunities assuming that others will be more successful but please don’t be that person. We want to hear from the widest cross-section of the community.

Surrey County Cricket Club is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and adults at risk that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a process of vetting, including the disclosure of criminal records if required and the seeking of references. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our organisation.

Who are we

Surrey County Cricket Club is committed to making sure cricket is a game for everyone. We believe that cricket should be based on the concepts of fair play, teamwork, and meritocracy and we know that there is work to do to make cricket truly accessible. We are looking for people to join us on the journey of handing cricket over to future generations as the most inclusive and diverse sport in the world.

The Position

The People and Culture Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering the Club’s people strategy. This role provides expert HR advice and coaching to leaders and employees and supports the development of a high-performance and values-led culture.

 You will provide expert HR advice and coaching, with a particular focus on employee relations matters, ensuring legal compliance and best practice.

Requirements

What you’ll do

• Provide expert HR advice and coaching to employees and leaders, embedding a high-performance and values-led culture.
• Overseeing recruitment, selection and employee onboarding
• Advise and coach on people management processes, in line with the Club’s culture and policies.
• Drive the People strategy and engagement with wider people initiatives.
• Champion diversity and inclusion strategies, fostering a culture of belonging and equity.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, policies, and service delivery.
• Support and lead on a range of HR projects to drive operational excellence
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, documents, and processes aligned with UK employment law and best practice.
• Conduct research and benchmarking to ensure policies reflect statutory requirements and current HR trends.
• Ensure GDPR compliance in all aspects of people data handling. Provide guidance to managers on appropriate data usage, retention, and confidentiality.
• Manage employee contracts, handbooks, and documentation templates and reviews.
• Stay up to date on employment legislation
• Take ownership of complex and sensitive employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and absence cases. Ensure all casework is handled in a timely, fair, and legally compliant manner, aligned with the Club’s values and policies. Provide clear, practical guidance to managers throughout the process, prepare documentation, chair formal meetings where appropriate, and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors where necessary and contribute to continuous improvement by identifying trends and recommending preventative measures or training.
• Working with the Safeguarding to drive compliance, and understanding of our safeguarding policies and procedures including low level concerns and managing allegations
• Influence and guide decision-making by presenting clear, pragmatic, and legally sound recommendations.
• Develop and deliver ER training to line managers
• Monitoring and reporting on ER cases data
• Provide practical advice and coaching to managers on handling people issues in line with policy and employment law.
• Support resolution of workplace conflicts and concerns in a timely and professional manner.

The Person

The successful candidate will have the following experience / skills / qualities:

Essential

• Proven HR experience in a fast-paced, values-led environment
• Track record of leading complex ER cases and investigations
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Familiarity with rolling out new processes, including training and coaching
• Approachable and empathetic, with a natural ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• Passionate about talent, culture, and helping others grow and thrive
• Values-led, with a commitment to inclusion, fairness, and continuous improvement

Desirable

• CIPD level 5 or equivalent
• Experience supporting safeguarding compliance and managing sensitive concerns.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5% Club Bonus Scheme

23 days holiday increasing to 28 days based on length of service

Non-Contributory Pension scheme / Private Health Care

Membership for domestic games, Tickets for International Games and loads more

 To Apply

Please apply via Workable with a CV and cover letter outlining why you are suitable for this role.

Closing date for applications is 23 October 2025.

We want to make all opportunities at Surrey County Cricket Club accessible to anyone who wants to apply. If submitting a written application is not the best way to tell us about your skills and experience, please let us know and we will discuss it with you.

At Surrey County Cricket Club, we really understand the importance of different voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds within all workforces. Our workforce is no different and we strongly encourage applications from members of minority groups and all sections of the community.

If you think you might have these skills but are not 100% sure, please do still apply and let us decide. We know that people often rule themselves out of interesting opportunities assuming that others will be more successful but please don’t be that person. We want to hear from the widest cross-section of the community.

Surrey County Cricket Club is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and adults at risk that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a process of vetting, including the disclosure of criminal records if required and the seeking of references. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our organisation.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive employee engagement strategy aligned with the company's values and business objectives.
• Design and implement programs focused on employee well-being, recognition, and professional development.
• Conduct employee surveys, analyze feedback, and develop actionable plans to improve the employee experience.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.
• Lead culture-building activities and promote a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Manage employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of HR policies.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify talent development needs and succession planning opportunities.
• Oversee onboarding processes to ensure a positive and effective introduction for new hires.
• Advise on HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• Develop and deliver HR communications to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Track and report on key HR metrics related to engagement, retention, and culture.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field; CIPD qualification preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience, with a significant focus on employee engagement, culture, and talent development.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing successful employee engagement programs.
• Strong understanding of organizational psychology, change management, and diversity & inclusion principles.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in conflict resolution and managing complex employee relations cases.
• Ability to work independently and lead initiatives in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business needs into HR solutions.
• Experience in developing and mentoring HR professionals is a plus.

HR Manager - Expanding Legal Firm - Northwest London

A growing regional law firm with an excellent reputation is looking to appoint an experienced HR Manager  to support and develop its people strategy across multiple offices. This is a newly created role due to continued growth and investment in the firm's infrastructure.

What is in it for you?

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Real influence at partnership level
• Hybrid working
• Scope to modernise and evolve HR processes
• A supportive and forward-thinking culture

The role:

This position sits at the heart of the firm's development strategy. You will manage the full HR function day-to-day while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive improvements around recruitment, retention, culture and people engagement.

The successful candidate will handle a broad range of responsibilities including employee relations, policy development, recruitment and onboarding, L&D coordination, wellbeing initiatives and HR compliance. This is a hands-on generalist role with genuine strategic involvement.

You:

We are inviting applications from candidates with previous HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner / Generalist experience, ideally gained within a solicitor's firm, professional services or regulated environment. You will bring:

• Solid knowledge of UK employment law
• Experience advising senior leadership and partners
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Confidence working autonomously

If you are an experienced HR professional looking for the opportunity to step into a key strategic role within an expanding legal practice, please apply today.

Please note the advertised salary is a guide only and exceptional candidates or those seeking more, should get in contact to discuss further.

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HR Manager

We’re looking for a HR Manager to take the lead on Business Services across the London and International offices for one of our top-tier US law firm clients.

• Salary to £90,000
• Exceptional employee benefits
• 09:30-17:30 (Monday-Friday)
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days WFH)
• Stunning offices in a City location

This is a fantastic opportunity for an established HR professional with 5+ years of HR experience with an emphasis in employee relations, recruitment, and workforce management, who can confidently act as a trusted business partner to the Business Services Directors and Managers at the firm.

Key Responsibilities of the HR Manager:

• Provide guidance to business services staff on employee relations and performance management issues.
• Assist with annual salary reviews, evaluations process, and compensation reviews for business services staff in conjunction with the Senior HR Manager and Director of International Human Resources.
• Partner with the Directors and Managers to lead on business support staff recruitment, in conjunction with the Senior HR Manager.
• Partner with international office managers in relation to business services people matters.
• Manage and assist with business services employees’ flexible working requests and changes to terms and conditions.
• Carry out exit interviews and complete relevant analysis and recommendations for business services staff.
• Assist the team where needed with visa sponsorship processes, secondments, induction, and orientation programs.

Skills & Requirements of the HR Manager:

• CIPD Certification.
• 5+ years of professional HR experience from a law firm, with an emphasis in employee relations, recruiting, and workforce management.
• Keeps updated with relevant labour laws, regulatory changes, HR best practices and legal industry standards to ensure continuation of improvement.
• Commit to ongoing personal professional development by attending industry events, HR-related conferences, continuing education, etc.

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager to join their team.

Job Title: HR Manager
Contract Type:  Permanent, Full-Time 35 hours p/w
Location:  Head Office, High Wycombe (hybrid working available).
Salary:  Specialist (SP2) Circa £46k per annum
Line Management:  1 FTE
Benefits:  36 days holiday (including bank holidays and the companywide three-day Christmas closure), enhanced parental leave, private counselling service, professional development opportunities
Closing Date:  2nd November 2025 (early applications may be reviewed as received)

The Role:

The successful candidate will be working closely with the Chief Financial and Operations Officer to deliver high quality, commercially focused HR support. This role provides expert guidance on employee relations, including performance, disciplinary, grievance, absence and change management. The HR Manager will help shape and maintain employment policies, lead recruitment and onboarding, advise on compensation and drive DEEI initiatives. This organisation is looking for a strong generalist with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, up to date employment law knowledge and confident using HR systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide commercially focused advice and support to line managers on all Employee Relations issues in line with Company procedures including performance management, disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, change management, absence and sickness absence issues
• Develop and maintain company employment policies to comply with employment law and regulations
• Execute recruitment strategies and oversee the recruitment and onboarding process
• Advise senior management on compensation and benefits
• Lead annual surveys, including Employee Engagement, Mental Health, DEEI and Offboarding, with implementation of improvement opportunities.
• Identifying training needs, facilitating training sessions, and leading EDI initiatives
• Oversee day-to-day office operations with responsibility for managing the office environment. Coordinating and negotiating with vendors and service providers

About You:

They are looking for a positive and confident person with excellent people and communication skills.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong generalist HR background and experience of complex HR issues including redundancies, dismissals, grievances and change management
• Good I.T skills, especially with MS Office and confident using HRIS
• Excellent inter-personal skills, able to build strong working relationships and communicate effectively with all levels in an organisation structure
• CIPD Level 5 qualification desirable

About The Organisation:

Our client is the charity for people who need to live without gluten. For over 50 years the organisation has been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. The organisation campaigns for better food access, funds medical research, and provides trusted support to the community.

Closing Date:  2nd November 2025 (early applications may be reviewed as received)

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Westminster Academy is a vibrant and inclusive stand-alone secondary school located in central London, committed to transforming lives through education. We are seeking an experienced HR Manager  to lead our Human Resources function and help shape a positive, high-performing working culture across the school. Prior experience working within the education sector is essential for this role.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about supporting staff and developing strong people strategies. Reporting to the School Business Director and working closely with the senior leadership team, the HR Manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of all aspects of HR within the academy.

The role involves managing the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to staff development, performance management, and employee relations. You will be the key point of contact for HR-related matters, providing expert advice on policy, procedure, and employment law while ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements and relevant legislation. As a stand-alone academy, you'll be able to operate with a great level of autonomy when making strategic and operational decisions for the benefit of the school.

We are seeking a professional with;

• a strong background in HR (essential)
• experience in the education sector (essential)
• a solid understanding of employment law and HR best practice (essential)
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or above (essential) - already completed or currently enrolled.
• excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance strategic thinking  with hands-on operational delivery  will be essential for success in this role (essential).

In return, Westminster Academy offers a welcoming and forward-thinking environment where your professional development will be supported, and your contributions will have a direct impact on the school community. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a leading role in shaping the staff culture and ensuring Westminster Academy remains a great place to work and learn.

The working basis for this position is full-time (Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week) all year round. We offer 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays.

This is an office-based role and will include school-wide activities and meetings.