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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)

Interested?

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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

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.

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.

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a leading manufacturing organisation in Runcorn on a fixed-term maternity cover contract for 12 months. Benefits include 1 day per week working from home, up to 11% employer pension, annual bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, option for an additional 5 days holiday or 2% bonus.

This is a key strategic role supporting a site currently undergoing significant investment and transformation. You'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one as the business advances through a large commissioning project.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will take full ownership of the end-to-end employee lifecycle, ensuring the delivery of a people-focused HR strategy that supports both short- and long-term business goals. You'll provide expert guidance to the site leadership team while ensuring compliance with UK and EU employment legislation.

Your responsibilities will include

• Managing the full Human Resources cycle - recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, engagement, and offboarding
• Developing and implementing effective policies and procedures aligned with legal and business objectives
• Leading on industrial and employee relations, including working closely with employee representatives and trade unions

About You

We're looking for a confident and hands-on HR professional with a strong background in managing the full Human Resources function. You will be comfortable working independently whilst influencing senior leaders and driving cultural improvement.

Key skills and experience

• Degree-level qualification in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years' HR experience, with a strong generalist background
• Proven ability to coach, advise, and develop managers and teams
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and Human Resources best practice
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Clean UK driving licence

Please apply direct for further information regarding this HR Manager opportunity.

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 - Permanent - Belfast

MCS Group is delighted to be exclusively partnering with a leading organisation as they look to add a Senior HR Generalist to their team, in this full-time, permanent opportunity.

The role:

Are you an experienced HR professional ready to take the next step in your career? This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Senior HR Officer looking to step up into this standalone role.

You'll have full ownership of the HR function, working closely with senior leaders and managers to shape, deliver, and embed effective people practices.

The main responsibilities:

• Be the first point of contact for all HR-related matters across the business.
• Leading on employee relations, performance management, and absence management.
• Managing the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to exit.
• Reviewing and updating policies and procedures in line with legislation.
• Supporting managers with coaching, guidance, and best practice HR advice.
• Partnering with leadership to ensure HR supports business growth.

The ideal candidate:

• Experienced Senior HR Officer or HR Advisor seeking progression to HR Manager.
• Strong knowledge of NI employment law and HR best practice.
• Confident handling employee relations and working in a standalone capacity
• A proactive, hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-moving environment
• CIPD qualified (Level 5 or working towards) desirable

What's on offer:

• Salary up to £50k (depending on experience).
• Private medical.
• Enhanced annual leave.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Rebekah Mulligan, Senior HR Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group on
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