HR Manager - Logistics Operations

HR Manager

Cambridge

£55k + Benefits

Our client is a medium sized organization that is experiencing excellent growth. They are a specialist distributor of industrial related products that are used in a variety of applications. To cope with their increasing head-count & related complexities they are looking for an exceptional Generalist, CIPD qualified HR Manager.

As this is a smaller management team you will work closely with the Directors, be highly visible & therefore free to make decisions rather than being tied down with layers of bureaucracy.

Summary of responsibilities:

• To work in partnership with leaders, key stakeholders and HR assistant to shape, develop and deliver HR plans and solutions in line with the needs and priorities of the business.
• Operating as an HR expert, to advise, guide and support staff and managers by providing high level people management and development support across the business.
• Involved in the detail of Employment contracts & related issues.
• Providing expert HR advice and guidance to managers and staff on HR matters, supporting managers in dealing with casework, performance, attendance and employee relations
• Identifying HR priorities from corporate and departmental plans, translating business requirements into effective HR practices and delivering people solutions
• Delivering key HR initiatives across the HR spectrum, including workforce planning, restructuring, resourcing, talent management, pay and reward, employee relations, employee engagement and performance management.
• Ensuring key stakeholders are informed / consulted on relevant changes such as restructures,redundancies and retirements
• Analysing and reporting HR information to support with benchmarking and the development of HR strategies and solutions
• Developing HR policies in line with current legislation and keeping abreast of modern HR procedures and best practice.
• Supporting the development and implementation of pay and reward strategy
• Ensuring the smooth running of any working parties to facilitate the delivery of HR policies, projects and initiatives.
• Directing, developing and supporting the HR assistant in their duties to support the delivery of the HR strategy.
• Leading by example as a role model for the companies values, behaviours and professional
• Driving continuous improvement within your own areas of responsibility.
• Managing delegated resources (e.g. budgets, equipment and contracts) as appropriate, to ensure value for money.
• Performing any other reasonable duties as directed by line management.

Experience needed:

• CIPD or equivalent qualification
• HR Management experience in a fast moving, reactive environment.
• Translating law into best practice employment policy, procedure and advice
• Energy & drive
• Able to make decisions independently
• Excellent communication skills at all levels

This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application.