Human Resources (HR) Manager
Milton Keynes - UK
Job Summary
Were looking for an experienced approachable and hands-on HR Manager to join our team and take ownership of our day-to-day HR function.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being people-focused while also understanding the needs of a growing business. Youll work closely with our Managing Director managers and employees providing practical HR advice and helping us continue to build a positive professional and supportive workplace.
- Lead the day-to-day HR function providing practical support to managers and employees.
- Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary grievance absence capability performance and wellbeing.
- Manage the full recruitment process from advertising and selection through to onboarding and probation reviews.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records contracts policies and HR documentation.
- Coordinate performance reviews training development engagement and retention initiatives.
- Provide accurate monthly payroll information and support benefits administration.
- Ensure compliance with UK employment law right-to-work requirements GDPR and company policies.
- Produce and review HR reports covering headcount absence turnover and recruitment.
- Help promote a fair inclusive professional and positive workplace culture.
- Support organisational change restructuring and wider business improvement projects.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes systems and ways of working.
Were looking for someone who is knowledgeable confident and approachable with the ability to build strong relationships throughout the business.
Essential skills and qualifications:
- CIPD Level 5 or above or equivalent professional HR experience.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Experience managing disciplinary grievance absence and performance matters.
- Proven experience across recruitment onboarding and HR administration.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organisation and attention to detail.
- Good commercial judgement and the ability to balance employee needs with business requirements.
- A high level of discretion and professionalism.
- Confidence using HR systems Microsoft Office and payroll-related processes.
- salary depending on experience.
- 30 days annual leave plus an additional day for each year of service and your birthday.
- Opportunities for career growth and progression.
- Contractual Sick Pay Scheme.
- Pension Scheme.
- Free on-site parking.
- Employee discounts.
- Social activities and company events.
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
Location: Milton Keynes UK
Hours: MondayFriday 8:00am4:30pm
If youre an experienced HR professional looking for a role where you can take ownership build relationships and make a genuine difference wed love to hear from you.
To apply please send your updated/in-date CV to:
We will make every effort to respond to every applicant. However if you have not heard from us within 72 hrs please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Newstaff Employment is a trusted recruitment agency based in Luton, with over 20 years of experience supporting job seekers and businesses across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and beyond. We specialise in providing high-quality temporary, permanent, contract and part-t ... View more