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