HR Manager

£38,000 - £42,000

Wolverhampton

Company Profile

A standalone HR role has become available within a well-established organisation operating in the not-for-profit / charity sector, suited to an experienced HR professional.

This is a hands-on generalist role where you will take full ownership of the HR function. You will play a key role in delivering operational HR support, driving consistency across people processes, and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

This position sits within a collaborative leadership team and offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation, particularly in areas such as employee relations, culture, and organisational development.

What’s on Offer?

• Hybrid working (2–3 days onsite)
• Flexible working policy (37.5 hours per week)
• Opportunity to take ownership of the HR function

What will you do as an HR Manager?

• First point of contact for HR queries, ER matters (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance)
• Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding
• Develop and maintain HR policies in line with legislation and best practice
• Coach and support managers on effective people management
• Lead on absence management, wellbeing, and employee support initiatives
• Oversee HR systems, ensuring accurate records and reporting on key metrics
• Coordinate training and maintain the skills and compliance matrix
• Support payroll through accurate data management and provider liaison
• Drive employee engagement and support a positive workplace culture
• Provide HR insight to senior leadership on workforce planning and development
• Act as escalation point for complex HR matters

What do you need as an HR Manager?

• Proven experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor/Senior Advisor level)
• Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently
• Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable)
• Experience within charity, not-for-profit, or care sectors (desirable)
• Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous

Job ID: 10836