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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.

HR Manager | Part-time | 18 month FTC | US (remote) or UK (London, hybrid) based | £50k-£65k (UK) $65k-$85k (US) pro rata Altum Consulting are proud to be partnered exclusively with the Elton John Aids Foundation (EJAF) to recruit a part-time HR Manager to oversee the full scope of HR operations for the foundation. This role is initially an 18 month FTC, with the possibility of extension. With staff located in both the UK and across the US, the role can be worked on a hybrid basis from their office in London, or on a fully-remote basis for those based in the US. Reporting directly to the organisation's COO and working closely with an external HR Consultant (US-based), key responsibilities will include: Ownership of the full employee life-cycle - recruitment & onboarding, compensation & benefits, ER, compliance, and performance management Advising leadership on best practice, ensuring HR processes align to the organisation's strategic goals Conducting a thorough review of current policies and processes, ensuring they are up to date, fit for purpose, and reflective of local employment laws Act as the first point of contact within the organisation for all HR related queries, providing expert advice and guidance to employees at all levels EJAF are on a journey to enhance their employee experience, and are looking for an HR expert with experience of elevating HR functions. You'll need experience of supporting teams/employees in multiple regions (UK & US) and have exceptional experience delivering operational excellence. You'll be comfortable working in a standalone capacity and have experience supporting and influencing senior stakeholders. The team at EJAF are deeply passionate about, and motivated by, the organisation's mission and goals. We are looking for an equally passionate HR expert to join them on their journey to advance the foundation's mission - please apply below! Please note that due to the anticipated volume of applications only those suitable can be contacted for further discussion.

HR Manager Solihull, Full Time, Permanent, Award-Winning Firm, up to £45,000 A close knit, award winning and people focused professional services firm based near Solihull are seeking a professional, driven and team-oriented HR Manager to join them on a full time, permanent basis. Working in a standalone capacity, the successful candidate will lead on all things HR Strategy alongside take full ownership over the full employee life cycle. Reporting directly into a Equity Partner, the successful candidate will have a proven track record of working within a professional services environment in a HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner role. This fully office-based role will form an integral part to the wider senior leadership team and will oversee all HR practices, processes and strategy and contribute to ensuring a productive workplace. Day to day duties may include: Handling general HR queries helping to address concerns and resolving conflict Developing and rolling out of HR policies and procedures Providing guidance and support to all employees around disciplinaries and grievances Managing the firm wide training strategy and helping with employee retention and development Supporting with recruitment activities Leading on all pay reviews and employee benefits Leading on ensuring the firm successfully secured Lexcel accreditation The successful candidate will be CIPD level 7 (or similar) qualified and have solid HR Management experience having worked in a medium sized business, ideally within a standalone/generalist role. You must have had experience having worked within professional services, ideally from within a law firm. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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.

HR Manager – Engineering Design Consultancy | Reporting to the Board Full-time, Permanent Are you a strategic and hands-on HR leader ready to shape the people strategy of a growing engineering design consultancy? Our client is a dynamic, 300-person consultancy delivering high-quality engineering and design solutions across multiple sectors. As the business continues to grow, they’re looking for an experienced HR Manager to take the lead on all aspects of HR — from strategy to operations — and help drive a high-performing, engaged, and inclusive culture. The Role Reporting directly to the Board of Directors , you’ll be the most senior HR professional in the business. You’ll lead the development and delivery of the people strategy, ensuring that HR supports both business performance and employee experience. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with the Board and senior leadership to deliver a strategic HR agenda aligned to business goals. Leading and developing HR policies, frameworks, and processes across the full employee lifecycle. Supporting organisational development, workforce planning, and succession strategies. Overseeing talent acquisition, performance management, learning & development, and employee engagement initiatives. Providing expert advice on employment law, employee relations, and change management. Championing a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. About You We’re looking for an accomplished HR professional who combines strategic insight with a practical, hands-on approach. You’ll bring: Significant HR generalist experience, ideally within a professional services, technical, or engineering environment. Strong track record of advising and influencing senior stakeholders. Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience leading HR projects such as restructures, culture initiatives, or systems implementations. CIPD Level & (or equivalent qualification) A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to balance people and business needs. Why Join? This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior, visible role where you can truly make an impact. You’ll have autonomy to shape the HR function, partner closely with the leadership team, and contribute directly to the company’s continued growth and success. Interested? Apply via LinkedIn or contact Andrew Ellis in confidence for more information.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a HR Manager based in our Manchester office. As a HR Manager, you will take full ownership of the HR function in this standalone, hands-on role. Acting as the primary point of contact for all HR-related matters, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our company culture and embedding best practices across the business. As this is a newly created position it offers a unique opportunity to build and define the HR function. You will oversee the entire employee lifecycle, working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership team you’ll have the autonomy to shape and develop the HR function and support the growth and wellbeing of our people. About Ascent We are a highly successful legal and financial services company. Our clients include major UK banks and global blue-chip companies, we have extensive experience in debt recovery, collections, mediation, litigation, and related services. We live by our five core values: Be pioneering Be approachable and caring Be tenacious Be efficient Show integrity Role Overview To lead the strategic and operational delivery of HR services with a focus on employee relations and recruitment. This role ensures the organisation attracts, retains, and supports a high-performing workforce while maintaining a positive and legally compliant employee relations environment that complies with FCA regulations and internal governance standards. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations: Act as a strategic partner to the business by embedding a proactive ER culture and enhancing managerial capability across the organisation. Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on complex employee relations issues including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and absence management Ensure all ER processes are compliant with employment law, FCA regulations, and internal policies Support managers to lead investigations and support hearings, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes Monitor ER trends and risks, producing reports and recommendations for senior management. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and regulatory requirements Design and deliver training and development initiatives to upskill managers in employee relations practices, employment law updates, and effective case management HR Generalist: Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with business objectives that enhance organisational effectiveness Ensure all HR practices align with FCA regulatory requirements, including SMCR (Senior Managers and Certification Regime) where applicable Maintain accurate and secure employee records in line with GDPR and FCA expectations Provide coaching to line managers Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring timely and effective hiring aligned with workforce planning and a positive candidate experience. Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, create job descriptions, and develop sourcing strategies. Ensure recruitment practices are inclusive, efficient, and compliant with FCA standards. Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and external partners. Active involvement in recruitment activity such as assessment centres and interview as required Support onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires. Monitor recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-per-hire) and implement improvements. We’re looking for someone who brings: Proven experience in a hands-on HR operational role Experience in regulated environment Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Confidence in handling sensitive issues with professionalism CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above preferred) Excellent stakeholder management and attention to detail Resilient, adaptable, and commercially aware Benefits A Competitive benefits package including: Company Pension Scheme 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (We have a buying holiday scheme that allows you to buy additional holidays during the annual holiday year) Health cash plan Critical illness cover Discounted legal services Season ticket loans Discounted online shopping Discounted gym memberships Cycle to work Private Medical Insurance Why Join Ascent? You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise will make a real impact. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for growth, and a culture that values innovation, care, and integrity.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a HR Manager based in our Manchester office.

As a HR Manager, you will take full ownership of the HR function in this standalone, hands-on role. Acting as the primary point of contact for all HR-related matters, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our company culture and embedding best practices across the business.

As this is a newly created position it offers a unique opportunity to build and define the HR function. You will oversee the entire employee lifecycle, working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior leadership team you’ll have the autonomy to shape and develop the HR function and support the growth and wellbeing of our people.

About Ascent

We are a highly successful legal and financial services company. Our clients include major UK banks and global blue-chip companies, we have extensive experience in debt recovery, collections, mediation, litigation, and related services.

We live by our five core values:

• Be pioneering
• Be approachable and caring
• Be tenacious
• Be efficient
• Show integrity

Role Overview

To lead the strategic and operational delivery of HR services with a focus on employee relations and recruitment. This role ensures the organisation attracts, retains, and supports a high-performing workforce while maintaining a positive and legally compliant employee relations environment that complies with FCA regulations and internal governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations:

• Act as a strategic partner to the business by embedding a proactive ER culture and enhancing managerial capability across the organisation.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to managers on complex employee relations issues including disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and absence management
• Ensure all ER processes are compliant with employment law, FCA regulations, and internal policies
• Support managers to lead investigations and support hearings, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes
• Monitor ER trends and risks, producing reports and recommendations for senior management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and regulatory requirements
• Design and deliver training and development initiatives to upskill managers in employee relations practices, employment law updates, and effective case management

HR Generalist:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with business objectives that enhance organisational effectiveness
• Ensure all HR practices align with FCA regulatory requirements, including SMCR (Senior Managers and Certification Regime) where applicable
• Maintain accurate and secure employee records in line with GDPR and FCA expectations
• Provide coaching to line managers
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition:

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring timely and effective hiring aligned with workforce planning and a positive candidate experience.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, create job descriptions, and develop sourcing strategies.
• Ensure recruitment practices are inclusive, efficient, and compliant with FCA standards.
• Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and external partners.
• Active involvement in recruitment activity such as assessment centres and interview as required
• Support onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
• Monitor recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, cost-per-hire) and implement improvements.

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Proven experience in a hands-on HR operational role
• Experience in regulated environment
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence in handling sensitive issues with professionalism
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above preferred)
• Excellent stakeholder management and attention to detail
• Resilient, adaptable, and commercially aware

Benefits

• A Competitive benefits package including:
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays (We have a buying holiday scheme that allows you to buy additional holidays during the annual holiday year)
• Health cash plan
• Critical illness cover
• Discounted legal services
• Season ticket loans
• Discounted online shopping
• Discounted gym memberships
• Cycle to work
• Private Medical Insurance

Why Join Ascent?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your expertise will make a real impact. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for growth, and a culture that values innovation, care, and integrity.