HR Manager

HR Manager
Hybrid, North Essex
Up to -55,000pa
1 Year Fixed Term Contract

Pure are delighted to be working on a unique opportunity that has arisen for an experienced HR Generalist with strong Employee Relations expertise to join a well-established, purpose-driven organisation on a 12-month fixed-term basis.
This is a hands-on role where you will play a key part in managing complex ER casework, supporting managers, and stabilising HR operations within a fast-paced environment. You will bring structure, confidence, and pace to a busy function while helping lay the foundations for future improvements.

Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Case Management

• Lead and manage a high volume of complex ER cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability matters
• Provide clear, pragmatic, and legally sound guidance to managers
• Ensure timely progression of cases with strong documentation and risk management
• Identify trends and provide insights to support continuous improvement

• Coach and support managers in handling people issues effectively
• Build confidence in applying HR policy and employment law
• Provide real-time guidance across performance, conduct, and wellbeing matters
• Deliver case debriefs and knowledge-sharing to upskill leadership teams

• Provide accurate and timely advice on HR policies and processes
• Support and enhance HR procedures, templates, and toolkits
• Step into operational gaps to ensure service continuity

• Introduce structure and consistency across ER and HR processes
• Support the transition towards a more proactive, business-partnering HR model
• Contribute to building a data-led and insight-driven HR function

• Line manage junior HR team members
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance, and learning-focused culture
• Support wider team development and capability building

• Strong HR generalist background with significant ER case management experience
• Proven ability to handle complex and high-volume workloads
• Experience coaching and developing managers
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Track record of improving processes and delivering operational HR support

• CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience)

• Sound knowledge of UK employment law
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills
• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgement
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
• Passion for delivering high-quality HR services and continuous improvement

• Opportunity to make a visible impact in a busy HR function
• Exposure to complex ER work and organisational improvement projects
• Join a values-driven organisation with a strong sense of purpose
• Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements