STLR are proud to be the recruiter of choice for a well-established utilities business based in South Wales and on their behalf, we are seeking a HR Manager to join their existing team and head up their HR department
Summary of role:
Responsible for managing the HR function including recruitment and selection, employee development and succession planning, employee relations, employee wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion and any other HR related matters.
The post holder will maintain effective working relationships across the Company to ensure that all aspects of HR, employee development and wellbeing are delivered to a high standard and all issues are addressed promptly.
The post holder will work with the senior management team to develop and implement the Company’s people strategy and to deliver key projects.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
General:
Maintain knowledge of current and emerging UK employment law and best practice. Proactively apply knowledge to policy, process, initiatives, planning etc., seeking external advice when required.
Work with the senior management team to develop and deliver a strong people plan which underpins the Company’s strategic plans.
Implement all HR policies and procedures, ensuring that requirements are understood by all employees and all policies are kept up to date.
Ensure contracts of employment and offer letter templates are up to date and seek external advice to ensure documents adhere to employment laws and HR best practice.
Prepare and issue contracts of employment and offer letters to new starters.
Coach, support and challenge line managers in the application of HR policies and practices; provide advice and guidance on HR issues to achieve desired outcome and mitigate risks.
Work with the senior management team to ensure all employee Data Protection requirements are being met.
Process leavers – confirmation of annual leave entitlement, draft resignation acceptance, inform payroll, conduct exit interviews etc.
Deal with all urgent HR matters, ensuring reactive support and guidance is in place to support the senior management team and line managers as and when required.
Carry out all HR-related administrative tasks, including ensuring HR database is up to date and all data is entered correctly.
Develop HR metrics, monitor and report to the Finance Director on such metrics.
Work in collaboration with outsourced HR advisory team, seeking support, advice and guidance where necessary.