Job Description:

The Company:

An established family-owned FMCG global distributor are looking for a Part Time HR Manager to join the business. The company supply products across the retail market & have offices in the UK, USA & Hong Kong & work with suppliers and retailers in over 50 countries worldwide

About the role

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist, taking the lead on all aspects of HR. As this is a standalone role, the successful candidate will be able to multi-task, undertaking day-to-day HR related tasks and associated responsibilities. This is a true generalist role and a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join a well-established friendly team

Working hours/pattern: Hybrid, 2 days per week (onsite) and 1 day per week (remote), 24 hours per week, 8am till 4.30pm.

Company benefits: discretionary company bonus scheme, free parking, 22 days holiday + bank holidays, enhanced sick pay scheme

Job Responsibilities-

• Overseeing and implementing HR activity across UK sites.
• Providing advice in line with company policy, including best practice.
• Support senior management to deliver the strategic business objectives in line with the company culture and values.

• Lead by example, promoting and instilling the company values and a collaborative way of working across all departments and locations.
• Support the Operations Director with organisation design and resourcing to ensure all departments are working effectively.
• Be the lead on recruitment and onboarding into the business, ensuring new starters are given the best possible introduction to the business and implement improvements to the onboarding process.
• Review and identify training and development needs, including succession planning.
• Coach Managers and Supervisors to address performance, conduct and absence concerns in line with company policies.
• Manage and support Employee Relations, advising on process and taking notes at meetings.
• Monthly reporting/KPIs such as staff turnover, training, payroll, temp labour, absence, to drive improvements across the business.
• Liaise with our external Employment Law Consultants to ensure that the company policies and processes are compliant with Employment Law changes.
• Ensure continuity of internal communications throughout the business including communication with all levels through newsletters, notice boards, email, etc.
• HR administration including preparation of all paperwork e.g. contracts/addendums.
• Prepare the 4-weekly and monthly payroll for our third party to process before being returned for deductions and payments.
• Take the lead on annual NMW increases and bonus reviews.
• Drive engagement initiatives including the charity committee, health & wellbeing strategy and further.
• Carry out employee surveys to obtain feedback and make further improvements.
• Be involved in the H&S committee and manager training.
• Any other reasonable duties that are required by the Operations Director.

About you

Essential:

• Assoc CIPD qualified to minimum level 5 essential or equivalent experience.
• Ability to communicate, influence and build/maintain relationships across all levels.
• Ability to organise, coordinate and work autonomously.
• Strong IT skills essential.

Desirable:          

• Previous payroll involvement advantageous.
• Previous experience in a FMCG/manufacturing environment.
• Full clean driving licence and own car.