HR & Office Manager in Corby

Location: Corby

Job Type: Full-time, On-site

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR & Office Manager to lead our human resources function and oversee day-to-day office operations. This is a dual-role position combining strategic HR management with the practicalities of running a busy office environment. A key focus of this role will be bringing all recruitment in-house, identifying talent gaps, headhunting candidates, building talent pipelines, and leading end-to-end recruitment for all departments. The ideal candidate will be confident in their ability to attract, assess, and hire high-quality candidates across all functions, from operational to senior-level roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Human Resources & Recruitment (Primary Focus)

• Full-Cycle Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Take ownership of all recruitment activities including drafting job descriptions, advertising roles, sourcing and headhunting candidates, conducting interviews, and managing the selection process.
• Strategic Hiring: Work closely with department heads to forecast hiring needs and create recruitment plans to support business growth.
• Headhunting & Talent Sourcing: Proactively identify and approach passive candidates using platforms such as LinkedIn Recruiter, CV databases, and industry networks.
• Onboarding & Induction: Develop and manage onboarding programmes that ensure new employees are welcomed, trained, and integrated into the business effectively.
• Employer Branding: Promote Chemence as an employer of choice by developing content and campaigns to support recruitment marketing efforts.
• HR Compliance: Maintain up-to-date policies and ensure adherence to UK employment law and company procedures.
• Employee Relations: Support and advise on disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management matters, maintaining clear records of ER cases.
• Performance Management: Oversee and manage performance appraisal systems to foster a culture of high performance and accountability.
• Training & Development: Identify training needs, source external providers, and manage in-house development initiatives to enhance employee skillsets.
• HR Administration: Maintain and update the HRIS, employee records, contracts, and personnel files with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• HR Reporting: Prepare and present HR metrics and reports to senior leadership, highlighting trends and actionable insights.

• Facilities Oversight: Manage the general upkeep of the office including maintenance, cleanliness, H&S compliance, security, and liaison with contractors and service providers.
• Administrative Support: Provide high-level administrative and PA support to the senior management team including diary management, travel arrangements, meeting coordination, and documentation.
• Process Management: Oversee implementation and upkeep of SOPs, ensuring internal processes are consistent, efficient, and compliant.
• Supplier & Contract Management: Maintain relationships with office vendors, ensuring cost-effective and reliable services.
• Office Culture: Champion a professional, organised, and positive workplace environment, supporting internal communications and engagement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• CIPD Level 7 (CIPD Level 5 may be considered).
• Bachelors degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field desirable.
• At least 5 years experience in a combined HR and office management role.
• Demonstrable experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes, ideally including headhunting.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting disciplinary, grievance, and employee relations processes.
• Track record of developing and improving internal HR policies and procedures.

Skills & Attributes

• Recruitment-Focused: Proven ability to proactively source, assess, and secure high-quality talent across multiple functions and levels.
• Organised & Detail-Oriented: Exceptional time management and attention to detail; able to juggle multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels.
• IT Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel (including VLOOKUPs, formulas), and familiarity with HRIS software.
• Analytical Thinking: Able to interpret HR metrics and contribute to strategic decision-making.
• Discretion & Professionalism: Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive matters with the utmost discretion.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment and is willing to take initiative and ownership of challenges.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A dynamic working environment with exposure to all levels of the business
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning
• The chance to build and shape the HR function of a growing company

*This is a full-time, on-site position based at our offices in Corby, Northamptonshire. Hybrid or remote working is not available for this role.