Human Resources Manager

About Us
Harlow is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of print management and fulfilment management services to both the private and public sectors. We cover all aspects of a product’s journey, from design, sourcing, print, through to finishing, stock management and distribution. Our comprehensive document and fulfilment solutions cover healthcare, councils, police, local authorities, schools, and universities in the public sector as well as private sector organizations. Our central focus is customer service and our aim is to provide high quality products and solutions. We have provided these solutions for over 75 years and have a proven track record of delivery and supporting our customers with efficiency savings whilst ensuring consistently high levels of service.
Job role: HR Manager
Position type: Permanent
We are seeking a talented and experienced human resource professional who is passionate about people and is seeking a new challenge. This is a great opportunity for someone who is self-motivated with a strong work ethic looking to join a supportive and rewarding business environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the organisational development process by managing employee relations, recruitment, talent development and engagement. As a HR Specialist you will develop an effective, engaging and proactive working partnership with first line managers and colleagues to ensure the provision of timely, professional and effective HR related advice within company policy and legal requirements.
Key Benefits
Competitive salary
Private medical insurance
Company pension scheme
26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Key Responsibilities
Own employee relations activities within dedicated areas
Provide appropriate HR advice on key issues such as disciplinary, grievance and capability, in line with current employment law and company policies
Take a proactive approach to lead regular meetings with key stakeholders to address any upcoming issues
Ensure awareness and application of company policies and procedures fairly and consistently, in line with good practice and legislative requirements whilst meeting business needs
Make recommendations for improvements in process and practices; support the Quality Management team as required
Work with relevant department managers to support headcount requirements including actual vs. planned heads and identify vacancies, and review skilled roles in line with succession plan
Ensure consistent and robust application of the attendance procedure in line with the Absence Policy
Produce and manage KPI information and report at relevant meetings
Act as point of contact for colleague queries/issue, where applicable refer colleague to relevant process to be followed
Support Harlow in the Community initiative through the facilitation of activities via the Community group, including engagement with local schools
Requirements
Demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge of employment law
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
HR Generalist with solid ER (disciplinary, grievance, absence management) experience – broad depth and wide exposure
Ability to work independently
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels and work effectively within a team
Methodical with an attention to detail whilst working at pace
Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external contacts
CIPD qualification (desirable)
If you have the relevant experience and wish to apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter
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