HR Manager

Reference: BH-70261-1HR ManagerLocation: IpswichSalary: 50,000pa- 55,000paType: Full-time, Permanent, 4 days a week in the office, 1 day from home A well-established, family-oriented business is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and deliver a professional, commercially focused HR function. With a strong emphasis on people, collaboration and long-term relationships, the organisation prides itself on maintaining a supportive culture where employees are valued and encouraged to develop their careers. Reporting into the senior leadership team, this is a standalone role with administrative support and offers the opportunity to influence both operational and strategic people initiatives across the business.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees on all HR matters.Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management and HR best practice.Lead complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and flexible working matters.Oversee recruitment and onboarding activities, ensuring the attraction and retention of high-calibre talent.Identify workforce development needs and support succession planning initiatives.Produce and analyse HR metrics, reporting trends and insights to senior stakeholders.Review, develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with employment legislation and best practice.Support organisational change projects and continuous improvement initiatives.Promote employee wellbeing, engagement, equality, diversity and inclusion.Ensure compliance with employment law, GDPR and other regulatory requirements.Coordinate training initiatives and support organisational learning and development programmes.Manage HR systems and employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.About YouCIPD Level 5 qualified as a minimum, with higher-level qualifications advantageous.Significant HR generalist experience, ideally operating at HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor level.Strong employment law knowledge and practical employee relations experience.Experience managing the full employee lifecycle independently.Commercially minded with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Experience within a construction, engineering or operational environment would be beneficial but is not essential.Full UK driving licence required.

What's on OfferOpportunity to shape and develop the HR function within a successful business.Exposure to strategic projects and senior leadership.Supportive and collaborative working environment.Hybrid working available following probation.Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.