HR Manager

I am working with a privately backed business that is scaling rapidly and now requires an HR Manager to grow and lead the people agenda. As the first dedicated People hire, you will build the HR function from scratch. Nothing is currently in place-no HRIS, policy suite, performance frameworks, or contract templates. You will stand up the operational foundation, own the talent engine, navigate MandA/TUPE integrations, and serve as the bridge between fast-paced venture execution and corporate Group governance. Key Responsibilities Build the HR Infrastructure: Select and implement core tooling (HRIS, ATS, payroll interfaces, e-signature). Draft employment contracts, policy handbooks, compliance frameworks (GDPR, Right to Work), and reporting packs. Talent Acquisition and Onboarding: Lead end-to-end direct recruitment across field and head office roles. Build an onboarding engine that gets new hires productive in days and design structured offboarding processes. MandA and TUPE Integration: Lead people integration for acquired businesses, including TUPE consultation, measures letters, terms harmonisation, and cultural alignment. Performance and Reward: Design performance frameworks, career progression paths, and salary bandings. Own annual compensation cycles and benefit structures in partnership with Finance and Group HR. Employee Relations and Culture: Serve as the first escalation point for casework, coach line managers, and drive engagement across a geographically dispersed, ..... full job details .....