Job Details
HR Manager / Head of HR
Sector:HR & Training
Region : Greater London
Location: North West London
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Job Ref.: 33714646
Job Information
We are working with a well-established transport business and they are looking for an operation focused HR Manager to join the business.Reporting into the Operation Director, the role will have full responsibility for the HR function for the business and will oversee the HR team. This is a very busy and hands on role, and will involve supporting the business with all aspects of HR support. Key duties and responsibilities will include;
Managing a team of 3 people, providing HR support to a multi-site organisation with c5000 employees
Supporting and advising the business on all HR matters around HR policies, procedures and best practice. Advise the business and put plans in place, on key changes within employment law
Providing support and guidance on complex ER matters and advice around employment law matters. Assist managers dealing with complex sickness/attendance cases including referrals to occupational health advisors, reviewing medical reports and advising managers on next steps;
Provide and maintain up to date job descriptions for all posts, Maintain all contracts of employment in conjunction with external legal representative and Provide a framework for succession planning for all business areas
Provide support and coaching to all business unit management through the Performance Development Programme periodically and on an ad hoc basis
Promote and maintain a harmonious relationship between union, staff and management. Participate and where necessary take minutes at various management and trade union meetings to ensure that compliance with the Companys policies is achieved
Ensure that all Company policies are reviewed regularly (or as appropriate in the face of new or changing legislation and case law) and maintained or amended as appropriate to ensure legal compliance and best HR practice
Maintain employee handbook; make suggestions and amend to ensure that the business units remain compliant and follow best practice
Take the lead on all TUPE Transfers, both in and out, ensuring compliance with legislation requirements, Advise the business on restructures and redundancies
Ad hoc projects and tasks as directed by the Operations Director.
For this role candidates will need to be CIPD Qualified and have proven experience leading and managing a HR team. This role would be ideal for an experienced HR Manager or alternatively candidates looking for the next step in their career.
It is essential that candidates have proven experience dealing and liaising with Trade Unions, as this will be a key part to the role. In addition it would be a distinct advantage to have supported both blue and white collar workers with HR support.
This is a busy and fast paced role, and is very operationally focused. It is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation. Excellent benefits, including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, health insurance and free travel.