At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide practical HR advice and manage employee relations in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Established software organisation with a collaborative and supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and the chance to make an immediate impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and to influence organisational culture.
- Why this job: Join a team where your HR expertise can shine and contribute to meaningful change.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of HR experience and CIPD Level 5 or above required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60000 £ per year.
Location: Reading – Hybrid working, with two days per week in the office and three days from home
Contract: 3–6 month fixed-term contract
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 per annum
About the Client
Our client is an established organisation within the Software sector, providing technology-led solutions to businesses across a range of service-based industries. They offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where employees are trusted to take ownership, share ideas and contribute to the continued development of the organisation. Their culture is rooted in respect, integrity and a commitment to excellence in everything they do.
About the Job
This is a broad HR generalist role offered on a 3–6 month fixed-term basis. Working closely with managers and employees across the organisation, you will provide practical HR advice, manage employee relations matters and support the effective delivery of day-to-day people services. You will also contribute to wider people activity, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, wellbeing, learning and organisational culture.
Duties will include:
- Providing managers with clear and practical advice on day-to-day HR matters
- Managing employee relations cases, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, performance concerns and absence
- Supporting managers throughout recruitment and selection activities
- Coordinating pre-employment checks and ensuring new employees receive a positive onboarding experience
- Maintaining accurate employee information within the HR system
- Producing management information relating to headcount, absence, employee turnover and recruitment
- Ensuring HR records are handled accurately and in accordance with GDPR requirements
- Assisting with the review, maintenance and communication of HR policies and the employee handbook
- Supporting employee engagement, wellbeing and learning initiatives
- Acting as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers across the organisation
- Helping ensure people processes are applied fairly, consistently and in line with UK employment legislation
- Supporting offboarding activities and other employee lifecycle processes
About the Successful Applicant
You will have at least five years’ HR generalist experience and hold CIPD Level 5 or above. You will possess strong knowledge of UK employment law, proven experience managing varied employee relations cases and confidence using HR systems and people data. Organised, self-motivated and approachable, you will communicate sensitively, build trusted relationships and work effectively without close supervision.
What You Will Receive in Return
You will join a supportive and collaborative organisation where you can take ownership of a varied HR remit and make an immediate contribution during a 3–6 month fixed-term contract. The role offers a salary of £55,000–£60,000 per annum and hybrid working, with two days per week in the Reading office and three days from home.
Interim Human Resources Manager (4202) in Reading employer: Wade Macdonald
Wade Macdonald is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Milton Keynes where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong focus on employee development and a commitment to driving meaningful HR initiatives, employees enjoy hybrid working arrangements, significant exposure to senior leadership, and the opportunity to influence the employee experience during a transformative period. Join us to be part of a supportive culture that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.
