Robert Walters
People & Culture Manager
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (+bonus)
Location: Cheshire
Are you someone who enjoys driving positive change?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful, employee-owned business at a pivotal stage in its journey. This business is looking to modernise its people practices, strengthen its culture and build an environment for the future.
The Role
Working closely with the Directors, you'll lead the people agenda across the business. This is a standalone role where you'll balance operational HR with strategic culture change, acting as a trusted advisor to managers and senior leaders.
You'll build on initiatives, including the implementation of a new HR system, whilst helping shape the future of the organisation through succession planning, talent development and employee engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Driving the people and culture strategy.
- Coaching and supporting managers while confidently challenging where needed.
- Leading employee relations and HR best practice.
- Developing succession planning and talent initiatives, including apprenticeships.
- Managing salary benchmarking and reward reviews.
- Working closely with Finance on payroll processes and HR systems.
- Maintaining a visible presence across the site and building strong relationships with employees.
About You
You'll have experience in a standalone or senior HR role and you'll be confident influencing senior stakeholders, comfortable challenging constructively, and passionate about creating a positive, modern workplace. Strong organisational skills, a hands-on approach and the ability to build credibility at every level are essential.
What's on Offer?
- £50,000-£55,000 salary
- 10% performance bonus
- A strategic, standalone role with real influence
- Opportunity to shape the future culture of an employee-owned business
- Hybrid working with Fridays from home
If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact and help shape the future of a well-established business, we'd love to hear from you.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
Make this application stronger
Use these quick checks before applying so your CV, interview preparation and job search are better matched to this vacancy.
Before you apply
Check the key details and make sure the role matches what you are looking for.
- Review the job title, company, location, salary and working pattern if provided.
- Check the skills, experience or qualifications requested by the employer.
- Make sure the commute, hours and contract type are realistic for you.
Tailor your CV
For Accounting & Finance Jobs, highlight the most relevant skills, experience and achievements linked to this type of work. Keep it honest, clear and focused on what the employer is asking for.
Use the CV Builder or browse Career Advice.
Prepare for interview
If your application is successful, prepare simple examples that show your motivation, strengths and suitability.
Keep searching smarter
Do not rely on one application. Keep searching similar roles and set up alerts so new vacancies reach you faster.