Axi Recruitment is working with an established retail business in Leeds for an HR Manager to join their team. This role is a standalone HR position covering all aspects of Human Resources management. Job Responsibilities: Manage core HR areas: employee relations and engagement, HR systems and operations, learning and development, health and wellbeing, compliance, and recruitment. Identify, manage and mitigate risks to the business, working with the CEO to put measures in place. Maintain the HR online management system and assist with payroll alongside the Finance Team. Implement health and wellbeing initiatives to maintain employee satisfaction. Provide HR guidance to Line Managers on sickness, disciplinaries, performance, and employment law compliance. Address sensitive employee issues, including disputes and grievances, with professionalism, mediating situations as needed. Work with Managers to create role specifications, identify recruitment channels, screen CVs and support with the interview process. Provide new employees with a warm and efficient onboarding experience. Oversee the new starter and leaver processes to ensure seamless transitions. Coordinate training programs, book courses, and track employee development. Coordinate staff appraisals, track performance, and help with succession planning. Keep knowledge of policies, regulations and legislation up to date, including Health & Safety, GDPR, and the Equality Act. Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards Experience: At least 5 years of experience in an HR Advisor role Be a true HR Generalist Team player who enjoys sharing ideas and welcomes feedback Able to manage multiple priorities with ease, while maintaining high standards Able to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders, managing expectations and building relationships Able to make decisions and take action, escalating when necessary Be honest, dependable, and fair Benefits: Hybrid working, 2 days from home per week 25 days holiday Bank Holidays Flexible start and finish times Life assurance scheme Company pension scheme