HR Manager

HR Manager
Wellingborough
Full Time/Permanent
Salary up to £45k

Are you a confident HR professional looking to take ownership of a dynamic, standalone role? Ready to be the go-to expert in an ambitious and innovative SME?

ACS Staffing Solutions are delighted to partner with a forward-thinking Wellingborough based company. This is a rare opportunity to join their leadership team as HR Manager, reporting directly to the CEO and playing a vital role in shaping their people strategy.

About the Role ... As the sole HR presence, you’ll oversee the full employee lifecycle and be the trusted advisor to leadership on all HR matters. From employee relations to talent development and compliance, your role will be diverse, autonomous, and highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR systems, records, contracts, and personnel files.
• Provide expert advice on ER matters including disciplinary, grievance, and absence cases.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement activities.
• Identify training needs and manage professional development initiatives.
• Ensure policy compliance and alignment with UK employment law.
• Deliver insightful HR reports and metrics to senior leadership.
• Foster a professional and positive workplace culture.

About you ...

• CIPD Level 3 (or above)
• Experience in a standalone HR role or SME environment
• Sound understanding of UK employment law
• Proven track record handling ER issues and HR administration
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills

Why Join?

• Be a key voice in leadership and decision-making
• Make a real impact in a values-driven, growing organisation
• Enjoy autonomy, variety, and the chance to shape the HR function
• Work closely with a CEO who values people as the core of success

If this sounds like you, please apply here for immediate consideration.