Hr Project Manager

The HR Team plays a critical role in both organisational and people performance.  From a strategic perspective, the HR Team are responsible for helping to create a great and successful place to work, which attracts, develops, motivates, engages and retains a diverse workforce.   From an operational perspective, the HR Team provide guidance and support across all HR related activities; Recruitment and Selection, Pay and Benefits, Learning and Development, Performance Management, Absence and Employee Relations.

The HR Manager will provide exceptional support and comprehensive guidance across a range of HR related activity to Research & Partnerships, Policy & Communications, Corporate Services & CEO Office (circa 95 employees). The HR Manager will also have key areas of responsibility and will help to develop the organisational culture by supporting organisational initiatives/projects, which will enable the charity to meet its vision, mission and goals.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Working directly with a dedicated area of the charity, the HR Manager will develop strong working relationships with each team by proactively attending team meetings and 1-1 meetings with key stakeholders to:

• understand and support the short and longer term operational and strategic needs,
• raise awareness by educating Managers and employees on HR policies, practices and processes including the benefits offered,
• support and embed HR and organisational initiatives,
• build on levels of engagement by ensuring the agreed activity within the Employee Engagement Survey Action Plans is carried out within the relevant teams. 

The HR Manager will also act as the main point of contact for the following HR related activity:

• Employee relations, including but not limited to, sickness process by providing support and guidance to Managers and employees, absences including Maternity/Paternity/Adoption/Shared Parental Leave. Flexible working requests, Disciplinary and Performance Management processes, Grievance process, by providing support and guidance to Managers. probationary periods and provide support and guidance to Managers and the leaver process.
• Resourcing, provide support and guidance to ensure teams have the right structures and levels of resource in place. Carry out any restructures. In accordance with immigration requirements, ensure employees have the right to work at ARUK and appropriate steps are taken for ARUK to remain compliant.
• Reward, provide support and guidance to Managers regarding promotions and salary reviews and ensure salary increases are kept in line with internal and external benchmark data and agreed budgets.
• Learning & Development, In collaboration with the Learning & Development Team, help to promote/embed opportunities for personal growth and develop career pathways within teams.
• Payroll & Benefits, Manage, process and approve all aspects of payroll in collaboration with the integrated payroll provider. Manage and oversee the submission of the P11d, P60 and P45 processes, Manage the provision of employee benefits and where relevant liaise with third party providers.
• HR Metrics & Reports, If required, provide support with creating a variety of HR Metrics and Reports, which may be shared with the Senior Leadership Team, Board of Trustees and employees.
• HR Information system, Manage and oversee the maintenance and continual development of the HRIS, by carrying out quarterly audits to ensure the data held is accurate.
• HR Policies, Practices & Processes, In conjunction with the other HR Manager, review and update HR policies, practices and processes to ensure they are compliant with legislation, aligned to the needs of the charity and provide a framework to ensure fairness and equity in the way employees are treated.
• Culture, provide input and support with implementing organisational initiatives and projects, identify opportunities which promote a positive culture and embeds the work of the HR Team. Champion the principles of EDI and identify opportunities which create a diverse and inclusive culture.

What we are looking for:

• CIPD level 5 or demonstrable HR generalist experience.
• Knowledge and experience of HR best practice and Employment Legislation.
• Demonstrable experience in dealing with employee relations cases.
• Demonstrable experience and knowledge of managing payroll processes and employee benefits.
• Experience and knowledge of managing an HR Information System.
• Excellent communicator, with an ability to build strong relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels.
• Very strong, versatile written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail, and ability to tailor the approach to meet the business needs and culture. 
• Excellent listening skills, receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity and an ability to learn.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with an ability to work to deadlines, remain calm under pressure and reprioritise work in accordance with the organisational needs.
• Strong team player who can work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates strong negotiation, influencing and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrates a proactive and pragmatic approach to investigating and solving problems, strives for continuous improvement and identifies ways to deliver creative and innovative solutions.
• A good blend of strategic and analytical thinking; with an ability to see the bigger picture and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to absorb and process new information quickly. Driven and highly proactive.
• Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity and empathy.
• Excellent IT skills in PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

Ways of working: As part of our Agile ways of working you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.

Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals.  This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 24th March 2024, with interviews likely to be held week commencing the 1st April 2024. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the closing date may be brought forward at any time. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, your CV will be anonymised as part of the selection process.  Should you need any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, then please do contact us via the channels on our website. 

How to apply:

Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.

About Alzheimer’s Research UK:

Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure.  Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2022, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement and were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

• 48th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

• 19th in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

• 3rd in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

In addition, we were also shortlisted for a special award recognising the work undertaken on reducing our environmental impact.

In 2021, we were awarded the HR Management award by The Charity Times for our Wellbeing initiatives throughout the pandemic.

In 2020, we demonstrated our commitment to changing the way we think and act about mental health in the workplace and signed the Time to Change Employer Pledge. 

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK