People Manager

BMC Recruitment Group are currently recruiting for a stand-alone People Manager for their client in Middlesbrough, Teesside. This role is fully site based.

Are you a HR Advisor looking for development and would like to step up to management OR are you a HR Manager who needs a new challenge which means moving on from your current employer?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a business that is actively under-going unprecedented growth.

This business believes in looking after their staff, here you are not just a number. Staff well-being and culture are important to the owners. This is not just in the workplace, they are also very passionate about helping the local community and making a difference where they can.

Everyone who works here is enthusiastic about making a difference and you’ll share their energy and enthusiasm.

You will be looking to make an impact by taking ownership of the people function and bring it in-house with the support of an external provider.
Alongside the experience you may have your CIPD Level 5 – don’t worry if you are still studying this company will support you in completing it!

Key Benefits

• Mon-Fri 37.5 hours a week
• Flexible with start and finish time
• Free parking
• Site closes at Christmas

Your Responsibilities include:

• Designing and implementing a people strategy focused on culture and engagement.
• Managing staff benefits and expanding the companies benefits offering.
• Overseeing the hiring process, including face to face interviews with hiring managers.
• Owning the on-boarding process including right to work checks.
• Starter/leaver coordination with finance department.
• Coaching line managers and managing all employee relations issues, including disciplinaries, grievances and absence management.
• Implementing and maintaining policies and procedures in line with employment law.
• Implementing and overseeing the annual appraisal process.
• Sickness and return to work monitoring
• Managing HR budget.

You will need:

• Ideally CIPD Level 5 qualified or studying towards.
• Proven experience in similar generalist role within a people function.
• Previous experience of providing advice and guidance to senior managers.
• Strong Employment law knowledge

Please bear in mind that flexibility is key to be successful in this role due to this ever-changing business.
If you would like to discuss this further, please contact or call for a chat in person.