Human Resources Manager

HR Manager

£55,000 – £60,000 + car allowance and bonus

Travel Nationwide | London‑Based Hybrid Role

Location: London Hybrid – 3 days in the office or restaurant, 2 days remote (You’ll need to be within a commutable distance of Central London and ready to visit sites across the UK)

Reports to: People Director

My client is a thriving, Private Equity‑backed, profit‑making business with a reputation for excellence and a culture that truly stands out.

We are hiring an HR Manager who is both strategic and hands‑on, with particular expertise in Employee Relations. This is a role where you’ll actively manage ER matters while shaping people strategy, driving engagement, performance, and wellbeing, and leading key change initiatives.

There will be a requirement to visit sites nationwide, so the ideal candidate will be based within a commutable distance of Central London.

What You’ll Do

• Lead employee relations: Own all ER matters, from performance management and disciplinary issues to grievances and Employment Tribunals, providing practical, hands‑on support to managers and teams.
• Champion our culture: Embed our values across HR practices, leadership behaviours, and day‑to‑day interactions.
• Drive engagement & wellbeing: Lead initiatives such as employee surveys, implement actions to boost engagement and retention, and support mental health and wellbeing to create a safe workplace.
• Oversee reward & performance: Ensure pay, recognition, and performance strategies are fair, competitive, and aligned with business goals.
• Develop your team: Lead and mentor the People Assistant, building a high‑performing HR function and succession pipeline.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced HR professional with strong ER and change management expertise.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and partner with senior leaders.
• Passionate about culture, engagement, and employee wellbeing.
• Able to balance hands‑on delivery with long‑term HR strategy.
• Flexible and willing to travel to sites nationwide.
• Ideally located within easy reach of Central London.
• Opportunity to earn a bonus of up to 20% of your salary.
• A contribution of 6% of your salary to your pension pot each month.
• Additional holiday entitlement at 5 and 10 years’ service.
• Life Assurance and Income Protection scheme from day one.
• Wellbeing services, including 24/7 GP, mental health, legal and financial support for you and your immediate family.
• Generous discounts across client’s restaurant brands for you, friends, and family.
• Endless external and internal learning opportunities to help you drive your career forward.
• A vibrant, creative office in Central London, designed to inspire collaboration and innovation.

espresso and barista training as part of your induction, plus regular breakfasts and fresh fruit available every day.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Food and Beverage Retail and Hospitality

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