HR Manager in Southampton

CMA HR Division is delighted to be partnering exclusively with a well-established and highly respected professional services organisation based in Southampton, Hampshire to support the recruitment of an HR Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to take ownership of the people agenda within a successful and growing business. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead on both strategic and operational HR activities, helping to shape a positive, high-performing culture whilst ensuring employees receive the support they need throughout their career journey.  The role offers genuine variety and the opportunity to make a visible impact within a collaborative and people-focused environment.

What will the HR Manager role involve?

• Acting as the lead HR contact across the business, providing advice and guidance on all aspects of the employee lifecycle
• Partnering with senior leadership to support workforce planning and ensure organisational capability aligns with business growth plans
• Managing a range of employee relations matters, providing practical and commercially focused advice in line with employment legislation and company policy
• Leading recruitment, onboarding and talent development activities to attract, engage and retain high-calibre employees
• Using people data and HR metrics to identify trends, support decision-making and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Reviewing and developing HR policies, processes and people practices to support an engaging and inclusive working environment

Suitable Candidate for the HR Manager vacancy:

• Previous experience operating in a broad HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner role
• Strong employee relations and employment law knowledge, with the confidence to advise managers on a range of people matters
• Experience of working within a professional services or similarly commercial environment would be advantageous
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility across all levels of the organisation
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving

Additional benefits and information:

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Salary dependent on experience
• Opportunity to play a key role within a growing and successful business

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