Newly-created permanent HR Manager position within an excellent Professional Service firm. This pan-Scotland role can be based out of any of their city offices, with regular travel required to Dundee in particular. Ideal applicants will have HR management experience within an SME and offer expertise in operational HR, graduate/trainee recruitment, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
Overview
The position of HR Manager - Scotland leads all aspects of human resources for the business, with support from a junior team of Generalists.
Reporting directly to the Managing Partner, the new HR Manager will develop and implement HR policies, manage internal HR systems, lead recruitment activities, support organisational design, and provide HR input to company-wide decision making.
Responsible for the entire employee lifecycle, the HR Manager will balance people requirements with commercial success, and enhance employee engagement throughout the business.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Leading and developing a small team, fostering collaboration and building capabilities to support organisational growth.
2. Ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation, regulations, and health and safety standards, promoting a safe and inclusive working environment.
3. Acting as a visible member of the leadership team, with regular engagement across multiple office locations.
4. Partnering with Leaders across the organisation to build and support effective teams while ensuring consistency in people management practices and employee benefits.
5. Designing and implementing an efficient onboarding process for all new employees, including entry-level roles and trainees.
6. Overseeing recruitment and selection processes to attract, hire, and retain top talent.
7. Identifying and coordinating training and development programmes using both internal and external resources.
8. Continuously enhancing the organisation’s employee value proposition to attract and retain talent.
9. Promoting and upholding a positive organisational culture that aligns with core values.
10. Providing guidance and support on key HR functions, including recruitment, performance management, remuneration, employee relations, and professional development.
11. Managing and overseeing trainee recruitment programmes.
12. Coordinating organisational participation in careers fairs and other recruitment events.
13. Developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with broader business goals.
14. Maintaining and enhancing a performance appraisal system to drive engagement and high performance.
15. Leading the development and implementation of policies and strategies focused on equality, diversity, and inclusion to ensure a welcoming and progressive workplace.
16. Promoting initiatives and policies that support mental health and employee wellbeing, ensuring a supportive and healthy working environment.
Applicants to this role require
1. Demonstrable HR management experience within an SME (ideally Professional Service) environment.
2. Chartered/Associate CIPD membership and/or similarly recognised HR qualifications.
3. Experience leading a small team.
4. Excellent working knowledge of UK employment legislation.
5. A positive, energetic, and empathetic mindset.
6. Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
7. Commercial acumen, with the ability to monitor key HR metrics and create detailed reports.
8. Flexibility to travel to Scottish offices and be a visible HR presence within the business.
Additional Information
1. Hybrid working patterns are available, with ideally four days per week of onsite work, including 1-2 days per week in Dundee.
2. Travel between sites is paid by the business.
3. Benefits package includes Private Medical, pension, DIS, EAP, excellent annual leave entitlement, and the ability to buy/sell additional leave.
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Email: ccarr@tmmrecruitment.com
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