HR Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to step into a newly created role within a growing and unique business. Reporting to the CEO, you’ll shape and deliver the HR strategy, supporting business growth and embedding a positive, values-led culture.

·       25 hours spread across the week

·       Office based in Bicester, Oxfordshire

·       Salary £45K - £50K FTE (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Drive and implement HR strategy, objectives, and improvement plans aligned with business needs
• Work with management to set and deliver short- and long-term departmental goals and staffing plans
• Provide operational HR support and advice to management across all areas of HR activity
• Develop and maintain competitive remuneration and benefits policies to attract and retain talent
• Lead recruitment across all levels of the business in line with company values and competency requirements
• Oversee HR processes, ensuring compliance and accurate reporting
• Regularly update HR policies and practices to remain current and compliant
• Manage the performance management system and training & development processes within agreed timelines and budgets
• Support managers in implementing training, personal development, and improvement plans
• Handle employee relations issues, safeguarding company reputation and culture
• Produce and manage annual HR budgets and quarterly board reports
• Collaborate with finance on payroll and annual salary review processes
• Represent HR in central projects and key business planning meetings

Requirements

Desired Skills & Behaviours

• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness
• High energy levels and resilience under pressure
• Collaborative team player with excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Flexible communication style with the ability to adapt to different audiences
• Courage to drive initiatives and overcome challenges
• Calm, emotionally resilient, with a sense of humour
• Process-driven with strong attention to detail and a pragmatic approach

Likely Background & Qualifications

• HR experience, with a strong generalist focus
• Proven ability to design and deliver HR initiatives in entrepreneurial, high-growth businesses
• Self-starter, capable of working independently
• Strong track record in performance management and talent development
• Experience in fast-paced, results-driven environments
• Passion for recruitment and talent management
• Degree-level education in HR, Organisational Development, or Organisational Psychology (preferred)
• Recognised coaching qualification (advantageous)