At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the full HR function and support employee relations in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Established business offering autonomy and direct access to leadership.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible part-time hours, and opportunity for genuine impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and to drive positive change.
- Why this job: Shape the people agenda and influence company culture while working independently.
- Qualifications: Proven HR experience and strong knowledge of UK employment law.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Otley
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per annum (Full time equivalent)
Hours: 24 – 30 hours per week
Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives on autonomy, enjoys building strong relationships across a business and wants the opportunity to genuinely shape the people agenda? We’re recruiting on behalf of a successful and well established business seeking a hands on HR Manager (Part-time) to become their trusted people specialist. This is a standalone role, offering a rare opportunity to take ownership of the full HR function while working closely with senior leadership and key decision makers. You’ll be the go to person for all things HR, providing practical support, guidance and challenge across a diverse workforce.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you’ll oversee the entire employee lifecycle. This is a role where you’ll be trusted to identify opportunities, introduce new ideas and influence positive change.
You’ll be Responsible For
- Managing employee relations matters from start to finish, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management and performance issues
- Providing pragmatic HR guidance to managers and helping develop their people management capability
- Leading recruitment activity across a variety of roles and supporting workforce planning initiatives
- Reviewing and developing HR policies, procedures and best practice
- Supporting employee engagement, wellbeing and retention initiatives
- Monitoring HR metrics and using data to support business decisions
- Driving continuous improvement across HR processes and systems
- Ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies
About You
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working independently and is comfortable operating as the sole HR professional within a business. You may already be an HR Manager, or perhaps you’re a Senior HR Advisor or HR Business Partner ready to take the next step in your career.
To be Successful, You’ll Bring
- Proven generalist HR experience
- Strong employee relations knowledge with experience managing cases end to end
- Sound understanding of UK employment law
- Experience supporting managers and influencing stakeholders
- Confidence working autonomously and prioritising a varied workload
- A proactive, solutions focused approach
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
Why Apply as HR Manager (Part-time)?
- Salary offering up to £40,000 per annum (Full time equivalent)
- Genuine autonomy and ownership of the HR function
- Direct access to senior leadership and decision makers
- Broad and varied role covering all aspects of HR
- Opportunity to influence culture, engagement and people strategy
- Flexible part time hours (24-30 hours per week)
- Successful and well established business
HR Manager (Part-time) in Otley employer: Impression Recruitment
Join a successful and well-established business in Otley as a part-time HR Manager, where you will enjoy genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the people agenda. With a focus on employee engagement and wellbeing, this role offers direct access to senior leadership, allowing you to influence culture and strategy while working flexible hours. The company fosters a supportive work culture that values strong relationships and professional growth, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
