The 79th Group are a family-owned asset management company with an entrepreneurial spirit, based in the UK but with global reach and partners and investors in most countries.
We have a wonderful opportunity available to join our team!
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic HR Manager with a strong background in both HR and Learning & Development to oversee our HR function.
This individual will oversee and drive HR & L&D practices across the company, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives.
The ideal candidate will support our dynamic, fast-paced business by managing day-to-day operational HR matters.
This role requires flexibility, the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment, and a strong team player disposition.
Reporting to the Head of HR.
Key responsibilities
Oversee all HR processes throughout the entire employee lifecycle
Support managers regarding complex employee relations including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy.
Keep up to date with developments in employment legislation and People best practices to ensure that continuous development and improvement is maintained; and where this impacts on policies and procedures, ensure they are kept up to date. Ensuring these developments are communicated to managers and staff in a timely manner.
Contribute to the delivery of project plans, identifying risks, considering best practice and current options, and ultimately making recommendations in the best interest of the business.
They will have knowledge of managing a variety of different resourcing needs, and will be able to demonstrate experience of leading on recruitment, resourcing and career development initiatives.
Constructively challenge behaviours and deal with difficult and contentious issues within the Company to deliver effective outcomes.
Implement a performance review process and ensure it is followed and adequate progress plans are implemented.
Oversee the monthly Payroll Summary and Pension.
Point of contact for all staff and management.
Advising Managers on all areas of HR policy and practice.
Implementing and conducting regular reviews on the companies HR policies and practices ensure the handbook, contracts etc are all up to date with legal changes
Ensure legal compliance and reporting throughout human resource management
Lead and support a small HR team, HR advisor and HR Support Officer including assistance with day-to-day activities when required.
Assist with all day to day running of HR department with all general duties.
L&D:
Partner with Managers to create, develop, and support individual learning, succession, and talent plans, and create course content and learning solutions.
Identify and manage all training needs across the business, ensuring alignment with the overall strategy.
Identify new and innovative ways of offering and delivering training to maximize benefits for employees and the business.
Produce and maintain skills assessments, identify gaps, and implement development solutions to bridge skills gaps.
Design and implement successful Leadership & Development Programmes in collaboration with the managers, whilst effectively managing any third party providers.
Coach and influence managers to develop their people management / leadership skills.
Person Specification:
A confident, proactive, and resilient Manager with experience in both HR and L&D.
A proactive driver of continuous improvement to ensure HR and L&D practices meet the growing needs of the business.
In-depth knowledge of employee law and HR best practices
Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
Qualified to CIPD level 5 or have equivalent experience.
Accountable decision maker who can think outside of own remit and see the wider business impact of own decisions.
Able to take the lead on HR related projects to drive change and improvement throughout the organisation.
If you are a seasoned HR professional with a passion for learning and development, and you are ready to take on a leadership role in a fast paced organization, we would love to hear from you!
What you can expect from us/ In return, we offer:
Competitive salary
Opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic and expanding organisation.
24 days holiday plus public holidays
Christmas Shut down period
Birthday off*
Onsite parking and free refreshments
Summer and Christmas events
EAU Programme
Office Location
Please be aware that this role is fully based at our Southport Office, based on 37.5 hours per week and is easily commutable from the surrounding areas of Southport, Ormskirk and Liverpool. Hybrid or remote working is not currently offered.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £38,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company events
Free parking
Language training provided
On-site parking
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Education:
Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Experience:
HR: 5 years (required)
