HR Manager

We're supporting a corporate Leeds-based organisation in the search for an HR Manager to join their team during an exciting period of growth and development.

This is a true generalist HR role, offering the opportunity to take ownership across the full employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on employee relations and operational HR delivery.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for professionalism, governance, and high standards.

Operating within a regulated and structured environment, they are committed to delivering a high-quality HR service that supports both employees and wider business objectives.

You'll be joining a collaborative and supportive HR function, at a time where there is a real focus on strengthening processes, developing managers, and embedding best practice across the business.

Description

Reporting into the Head of HR, you will deliver a proactive, commercially focused HR service across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on all aspects of employee relations, managing a wide range of cases with confidence and credibility
• Acting as a trusted advisor to managers, building capability and driving best practice
• Managing the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding
• Overseeing HR operations, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and continuously improving
• Maintaining and developing HR policies in line with legislation and business needs
• Supporting payroll processes, HR systems, and reporting activities to ensure accuracy and robust governance
• Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

This is a hands-on role where you will be expected to operate with autonomy and pace, delivering both day-to-day operational HR and supporting broader people initiatives.

Profile

We are keen to speak with credible, resilient, and commercially aware HR professionals who can quickly build trust and add value.

Your experience will include:

• Proven background in a generalist HR Manager role
• Significant employee relations experience - this is a core focus of the role
• Working within commercial, financial services, or regulated environments (highly desirable)
• Confidence managing complex ER cases end-to-end, with a pragmatic and solution-focused approach
• Coaching and influencing managers across a range of people matters
• A strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Operating within structured, process-driven organisations
• Exposure to HR systems and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong knowledge of Cascade HR system (highly desirable)

You'll be someone who is:

• A hands-on operator who enjoys being close to the detail and can work in fast paced environments.
• Confident, approachable, and able to build relationships at all levels
• Resilient and capable of managing competing priorities
• Proactive, organised, and solutions-driven

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £58,000 - £60,000 ement with three days onsite.
• Opportunities to contribute to a collaborative and professional workplace culture.
• Hybrid working - 3 days onsite in Leeds (free parking)
• Potential for further development and growth within the company.