Senior Human Resources Manager

About the Role We are looking for an experienced Head of HR to lead and shape the people strategy of a growing business based in Kent. This is a hands-on and strategic role, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the employee lifecycle — from recruitment and onboarding to performance, wellbeing, and retention. The required start date for the role is 1st July 2025. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to ensure our people practices directly support business objectives, while creating a culture that enables our teams to thrive. Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Leadership Own and deliver the HR strategy aligned with business goals Advise leadership on organisational structure, workforce planning, and people- related decision making Drive initiatives that strengthen culture, engagement, and performance Employee Relations (ER) Lead on all ER matters including investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, and policy updates Act as a trusted advisor to managers on complex people issues Board Reporting & Metrics Provide regular reports to the board on key HR metrics including turnover, engagement, ER activity, recruitment, and DEI Use data to demonstrate impact, support planning, and drive accountability across the business Recruitment & Onboarding Oversee end-to-end recruitment and employer branding strategy Streamline and enhance onboarding processes for a seamless employee experience Compliance Ensure HR policies, processes, and practices are legally compliant and up to date Keep the business informed and prepared for changes in employment law and HR best practice Oversee right to work checks, data protection compliance (GDPR), and all statutory reporting Manager Development & Training Develop and deliver training and support to build confident, capable line managers Promote consistent, values-based leadership across the business Performance & Development Design and manage effective performance management frameworks Foster a culture of regular feedback, growth, and accountability Wellbeing & Benefits Lead wellbeing and mental health initiatives Manage and optimise employee benefits to support attraction and retention What We’re Looking For ● Proven experience as a senior HR professional in an SME environment (essential) ● Strong generalist background with hands-on expertise across ER, recruitment, L&D, and engagement ● Commercially minded, with the ability to align people strategy with business needs ● Skilled in coaching, influencing, and supporting leaders at all levels ● A practical, solutions-focused approach and ability to work autonomously Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the people function in a business that values its team. You’ll have the autonomy to lead meaningful change, with direct impact on culture, performance, and growth. Base Salary up to £55k + competitive benefits