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Job tile - HR Manager
Reporting line - Director of Finance
Working day and hours - Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary range - Depended on experience
About us:
Field Lane is a charity providing care and support for a diverse range of service users, including adults with learning disabilities, vulnerable families – many of who are homeless – and people in need of additional support to stay in their own home or with their families.
Primarily based in London and the southeast, we have supported living projects in Essex, Surrey and Sussex, and through our subsidiary, FUN, in Suffolk. Our residential centre for vulnerable families is in southwest London.
We’ve been caring for people since 1841 and have a proud tradition of helping people to overcome challenges so that, with support, they are able to live full lives in their own communities.
Who we’re looking for:
We are seeking a skilled HR Manager to oversee human resources functions across Field Lane. We are looking for someone with thorough understanding of HR Policy and Procedures and relevant regulation in health and social care. As the HR Manager you will consistently deliver a pro-active and professional HR service to the business through developing effective partnerships with project leads & Senior Management.
Responsibilities:
Recruitment & Selection
The role of HR Manager will review all recruitment processes and practices to ensure all vacancies are filled in the most cost efficient way and within the shortest time possible. The HR function will be responsible for identifying effective and appropriate recruitment methods for all vacancies.
Employee Relations
Taking a lead whilst advising and supporting managers on all Employee Relations issues, including performance management; sickness & absence; disciplinary & grievance procedures.
Ensuring the grievance and disciplinary procedures are adhered to by all staff and to empower the Operations Team to undertake investigations & hearings.
Experience of reviewing current practices and where needed looking at standardized practices.
Reviewing and updating the equality and diversity strategy, making recommendations on best practice and legislation.
To monitor staff turnover and ensuring that exit interviews are carried out, analysing and reporting on findings.
Management Responsibility
As the HR lead, you will ensure the HR department is always customer focused, delivering a good service to the organisation and pro-actively driving forward the people management strategy. You will also attend management meetings where strategic and higher-level operational input are required.
Staff Training & Development
Collaborate with senior managers to identify and develop staff training needs and where possible implement effective training programs.
HR Policy & Procedures
To ensure terms and conditions and policies and procedures are up-to-date and comprehensive with regard to legislation and best practice.
Other key areas of focus include:
Manage employee reward and wellness program, as well as looking at ways to add more initiatives.
Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with the company's values.
Conduct regular HR audits to ensure compliance and best practices.
Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance morale and productivity
Review and manage the performance management plan.
Requirements:
Proven experience as an HR Manager or similar role.
Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment laws.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Experience managing HR functions across multiple businesses is preferred.
CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable.
Benefits:
Competitive salary package.
Opportunity to work with a rewarding charity
Dynamic work environment in Central London.
Hybrid working
Staff discount platform
Equal Opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.
