We’re growing and want you to be a part of our journey. HR Manager This a Fixed Term Contract for 3 months The HR Manager role will be based in the Employment, Policy and HR Services pillar at Isio Group Limited, working work across the full HR lifecycle, and will report in to the Head of HR Services. Our team provides both SME advisory and administrative HR services to the business which underpins our overall people strategy and vision. We are a busy team covering operations to support our people from entry level to partner. We are consistently looking for service improvements based on our internal client expectations across the business. The ideal candidate will be based in our Manchester, Edinburgh or Glasgow city centre office with a hybrid workstyle. Role and Responsibilities HR advice: Work collaboratively with HR colleagues in the Employment, Policy and HR Services team, and the wider HR function, to help develop and drive operational excellence, ensuring services provided are fit for purpose, client focused and progress the overall People agenda Provide support and expert HR employment law advice to the HRBPs and service lines as and when required), advising on complex and/or high-risk people cases and ensuring HR policy is implemented consistently and effectively Provide trusted strategic and operational HR advice to service line leaders Review, design and develop HR policies which underpin business growth, a high performing culture and seek to embed Isio’s purpose and value proposition Review and interpret data and articulate trends to the business which in turn informs and influence future policy development and enhancements Have a robust understanding of ER case management and policy interpretation and application Advise the business on terms and conditions of employment and knowledge share best practice Ensure employment records on the HRIS are accurate and up to date Support the Head of HR Services as and when required, including collating data for the business Support fellow HR colleagues and the wider business with key tasks around M&A activity as and when required, including reviewing and harmonising policies and employment contracts Oversee employee relations issues and drafting relevant documentation when necessary Respond to HR queries Manage OH referrals/workplace assessments/welfare support and courses arranged as required Support employee wellbeing Service Line Management: Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal clients / stakeholders including local partners and client facing staff, and HR colleagues, providing support, trusted advice, and challenge Develop an understanding of the service lines, e.g. what they do, the commercial levers, their strategic priorities, to provide best in class HR service Champion the inclusion and belonging agenda, providing a framework to build an inclusive culture, and promoting understanding within the service line Business Relationships: Feed into the J,M,L process in conjunction with Recruitment, HRBPs, Payroll Support Recruitment, by reviewing offer letters and contracts and ensuring they are accurate before issue Work with the Reward team in supporting the annual performance management process and salary and bonus process Work closely with Payroll in managing monthly payroll requirements and ensuring updates are completed in a timely manner Liaise with L&D on Study Policy, annual examination process and training needs Apply HR and business knowledge evidencing appropriate decision-making skills in support of the wider business Participate in the implementation of specific projects, change management processes and strategic HR initiatives to help align the workforce with the business’ strategic goals Qualifications: CIPD qualified Experience Required: The successful candidate will have: Generalist Employee Relations skills - extensive Employee Relations experience is essential and a robust knowledge of UK employment law Communication skills - the ability to interpret complex HR information and outcomes in a focused, simple and commercially relevant manner Management style - you will be working across all areas of the business so must have the ability to flex approach aligned to business need Industry experience -professional services experience is a requirement to offer a robust and value add HR service Ability to work at pace and in ambiguous circumstances with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workload Strong risk management, demonstrates excellent understanding of employment frameworks with the ability to advise, challenge and coach stakeholders to achieve commercial outcomes Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organisational skills including proven ability to prioritise work effectively HRIS experience is essential and SAGE People knowledge would be advantageous Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.