HR Manager

Description

Are you ready to make a real impact in an inspiring environment? This is a varied, fast paced, and hands on role, and an exciting opportunity to grow your career while working in a renowned, historic setting that values tradition and excellence.

Division: Human Resources

Salary: £45k - 55k per year

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire, England

Work Type: Permanent Job: 23782A

HR Manager

Are you ready to make a real impact in an inspiring environment? This is a varied, fast paced, and hands on role, and an exciting opportunity to grow your career while working in a renowned, historic setting that values tradition and excellence.

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Managing the day to day transactional HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations to ensure effective support for staff and academic colleagues.
• Leading a team of two HR professionals, offering guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Handling complex employee relations issues such as discipline, grievance and sickness absence, ensuring compliance with UK employment law.
• Supporting the Head of HR on key strategic projects, including policy development and process management.
• Advising managers on HR policies, employment legislation, and effective workforce planning to contribute to the long term objectives.
• Ensuring HR processes are efficient and fit for purpose, promoting continuous improvement across the team.
• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
• 37.5 hour working week, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours to suit your needs
• 38 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension scheme to support your future
• Private medical insurance for peace of mind
• Electric car scheme promoting sustainability
• Free meals when on duty
• Onsite parking available nearby, making commuting easier

The Company

Our client is a prestigious organisation, known for its outstanding achievements and its vibrant academic community, whilst also valuing tradition and innovation. With a commitment to excellence, diversity, and sustainability, they offer a supportive environment where staff can develop their careers and contribute to a world class institution.

HR Manager Experience Essentials

• Proven experience in HR management or senior HR roles, ideally within academia, public sector, or large organisations
• Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and employee relations management
• Experience managing or mentoring HR teams
• Excellent communication, influencing, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Location

Based in Central Oxford, this role offers excellent transport links and nearby parking. Please note this is a fully office based role.

Action

If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today! We will review and respond to all applications.

Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit and follow us on LinkedIn.

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