HR Manager

The Role

As the HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our ongoing growth and transformation, guiding our organisations transition to a business partnering model. The successful candidate will have a solid foundation in HR operations, thorough understanding of compliance, and a demonstrable ability to enhance organizational support through effective HR practices. Working closely with the Head of People and Communities, the HR Manager will play a key role in navigating our organisation through periods of change and ensuring a positive, compliant, and supportive workplace. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your ideas and initiatives can truly make a difference.

The Castle values inclusivity and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We understand the importance of work-life balance, and will do all that we can to support a healthy one. As a growing business, we're here to encourage you to develop and pursue your professional and personal aspirations. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities. Please let us know if you need accommodations during the application process.

Salary: £36-42k, DOE and choice of hours (0.8FTE or full time)

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Support and Business Partnering: Provide HR support to department managers through a business partnering approach, aligning HR approaches with departmental and organisational objectives. Supporting the organisational and cultural change work lead by the Head of People & Communities to become embedded knowledge and stable routine practice and procedure.

• HR Compliance and Operational Leadership: Act as the lead authority on HR compliance, aligning all practices with UK employment laws and regulations. Manage the HR department's day-to-day operations, encouraging continuous improvement.

• Employee Handbook and Contracts Management: Collaborate with the Head of People to update the employee handbook. Manage the rollout process, including communication and consultation, to ensure understanding throughout the organisation.

• Line Management and Team Development: Directly manage the HR Coordinator and Payroll Administrator, guiding their development and setting clear performance objectives.

• Payroll Oversight and Support: Oversee the payroll function, providing necessary support and guidance to the Payroll Administrator, especially in complex situations requiring nuanced judgement.

• Employee Relations (ER) Management: Handle all aspects of employee relations, including managing grievance procedures, facilitating consultations, and overseeing disciplinary processes. Ensure these processes are conducted with fairness, respect, and adherence to best practices and legal standards.

• Reporting: Ensure effective systems are in place to provide the business with key HR metrics. Provide the Head of People & Communities with accurate and timely updates for our internal reporting regime.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of relevant HR experience, with a preference for candidates who have gained this experience across at least two different organisations.
• Demonstrated ability to line manage and develop others
• Confidence with grievance, disciplinary and consultations
• Awareness of DEI best practices
• Knowledge of diverse employment practices, with experience in environments employing both hourly and salaried workers.
• CIPD accreditation viewed favourably.
• Experience of HR information systems, with SageHR and Deputy knowledge advantageous.

Why Join Us

• Make a meaningful impact in a growing organization, and an opportunity to grow and scale and a crucial point of expansion
• Opportunities for ongoing personal development and learning
• 28 days paid annual leave, pro rata to your hours of working.
• Free Climbing in the centre and other centres part of the London reciprocal climbing scheme.
• Annual staff climbing trips.
• Company Sick Pay (after 6 months employment).
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme depending on eligibility.
• Be part of a supportive and inclusive team that values collaboration and creativity.

How to Apply

Please submit a CV and Cover Letter. Your cover letter should outline why you are interested in this role, and how you believe your skills and experience make you a good fit. All applications must include a cover letter - those submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

Deadline to apply: Midnight 25th of August

1st interviews w/c 26th of August