Huntress
HR Manager
Our client, based in Witham, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team on a temporary basis for approximately 3-6 months. Both full-time and part-time applications will be considered, with working hours available during core office hours, Monday to Friday.
The salary is up to £55,000 (pro-rata if part-time). This is a fully office-based role with free on-site parking.
This position has a strong focus on complex Employee Relations (ER) casework, so applicants must have significant experience managing high-level ER matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage complex Employee Relations cases from start to finish, including misconduct, disciplinary, grievance, capability and long-term sickness cases
- Provide expert HR advice and guidance to Directors, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation and company policies
- Identify ER trends and recommend proactive solutions to minimise legal and business risk
- Prepare documentation and evidence for Employment Tribunal cases where required
- Review, interpret, and update HR policies and procedures to ensure they remain compliant with current UK employment law and best practice
- Support with general HR duties and work closely with the Director on day-to-day HR matters
Candidate Requirements:
- Proven experience managing complex Employee Relations cases in a standalone or senior HR role
- CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law
- Able to start immediately or at short notice
- Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this role.
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