HR Manager
Reference: 963737
Location: Merseyside
Type: Perm, Full-time, Hybrid
Sector: Renewable Energy
Description
Our client is a clean and flexible power leader who is currently seeking an HR Manager to join their team.
The Role
The role will play a critical part in shaping the people strategy, designing and implementing HR policies and processes from the ground up, supporting career path development, increasing retention and supporting a significant hiring ramp-up. The position requires both operational excellence and the ability to operate as a true business partner to the leadership team and COO.
Key Responsibilities
Build and Structure the HR Function
Re-design, improve and implement the full HR framework (policies, processes, governance)
Establish and manage the employee lifecycle (onboarding, performance management, development, offboarding)
Harmonise the company's HR practices, contracts and policies across the two office locations and staff
Ensure compliance with UK employment law and regulatory requirements
Lead Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
Help define and execute the recruitment strategy to support rapid growth with COO
Lead end-to-end hiring processes across all functions supporting hiring managers and managing external resources where applicable
Proactively source and attract candidates through direct approached where possible
Ensure a high-quality and consistent candidate experience
Leverage external agencies selectively on a need’s basis, to complement internal delivery
Implement HR tools and Processes
Select and deploy key HR systems (HRIS, ATS, Payroll Interfaces if relevant)
Structure HR data, reporting and KPIs
Ensure scalability of processes to support future growth
Improve operational efficiency through standardisation and automation
Act as a Business Partner to Leadership
Support leadership teams on organisational design and workforce planning
Advise managers on people-related matters (performance, engagement, retention)
Contribute to the definition of company culture and values post-merger
Provide insights based on HR data to support decision-making
Support Post-Merger Integration
Drive cultural and organisational integration between the two legacy entities
Align teams, practices and ways of working where possible
Manage change management and communication initiatives
Ensure a smooth employee experience during the transition phase
Key Requirements
Skills & Experience
Proven experience as an HR Manager or HR Business Partner in a fast-growing or transformation environment
Strong experience in building HR structures and processes from scratch
Hands-on experience in high-volume recruitment environments
Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
Experience in M&A, post-merger integration or organisational transformation is a plus
High adaptability and resilience
Data-driven and structured approach to HR management
Payroll experience (desirable)
Travel: From North West office to East Midlands
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