HR Manager

Location: Nantwich, CheshireHours: Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:00Contract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £45,000 - £55,000 Per Annum

My client is seeking an experienced and people-focused HR Manager to take ownership of the full HR function and support the continued growth of the business. This is a hands-on, office-based role where you will be the go-to HR expert across the organisation, overseeing the entire employee lifecycle, wellbeing initiatives, and monthly payroll preparation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a varied generalist position and enjoys shaping HR practices within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will lead all day-to-day HR operations, ensure compliance with UK employment legislation, and champion a positive and engaging workplace culture. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team to deliver high-quality HR support and drive continuous improvement across people processes.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage recruitment, onboarding, development, performance and offboarding processes
• Act as the first point of contact for all HR queries across the business
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures and best practice
• Ensure full compliance with UK employment law, GDPR and health & safety requirements

Employee Relations & Wellbeing

• Advise and support managers on employee relations, including absence, conduct, grievance and performance matters
• Foster a positive, engaged workplace culture
• Design and deliver employee wellbeing, lifestyle and reward initiatives
• Coach managers on effective people management

Learning, Development & Performance

• Lead performance review processes and support employee development
• Identify training needs and coordinate L&D activity
• Support succession planning and talent development across the organisation

Payroll & Benefits

• Prepare monthly payroll data, ensuring accurate processing of salaries, pensions, statutory payments, bonuses and deductions
• Work closely with external payroll providers and finance teams
• Manage employee benefits and related administration
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and statutory requirements

HR Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate HR records and update HR systems
• Produce HR reports and metrics for senior leadership
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting for HR and payroll

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as an HR Manager or senior HR generalist
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
• Experience preparing and coordinating payroll
• CIPD Level 5
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Able to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Desirable

• Experience working within an SME or fast-growing business
• Knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems
• Experience developing wellbeing or employee lifestyle programmes

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• A positive and collaborative working culture
• Employee wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development