HR Manager

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of our Human Resources function. This is a standalone remote role responsible for supporting employees and management across a wide range of HR activities, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and promoting a positive workplace culture.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, professional, and able to manage confidential information with discretion. They will play a key role in supporting staff wellbeing, employee relations, and HR administration.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Manage and advise on employee grievances and complaints.
• Lead and support disciplinary procedures in line with company policies and employment law.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Support conflict resolution and employee engagement initiatives.

HR Administration

• Draft, review, and maintain employment contracts.
• Create and update job descriptions across the organisation.
• Maintain accurate employee records using HR systems.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR best practices.

Staff Wellbeing

• Develop and promote employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Support employees with wellbeing-related concerns.
• Assist in creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Absence and Leave Management

• Manage sickness absence records and processes.
• Administer sick pay in accordance with company policies.
• Oversee holiday entitlement, leave requests, and absence tracking.
• Produce absence reports and identify trends where appropriate.

HR Systems and Reporting

• Maintain and manage the company's HR system, including BreatheHR
• Generate HR reports and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure data protection and confidentiality requirements are met.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (minimum requirement).
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.

Experience

• Previous experience in an HR Manager, HR Advisor, or similar HR role.
• Experience handling disciplinary, grievance, and employee relations cases.
• Experience managing HR administration processes and employee records.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.