Talent and People Manager

A newly created role to Updraft, the Talent and People Manager will be the first point of contact for all employee related issues. You will develop and grow the HR function and be responsible for ensuring that all day-to-day duties and responsibilities are proactively undertaken and that all relevant professional standards are met. Responsibilities will include managing activities such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training & development, culture & wellbeing.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop and grow the HR function at Updraft
• Oversee recruitment, selection and the onboarding process
• Develop the organisational structure to support future growth
• Manage Updraft’s appraisal system and conduct appraisal meetings with line managers
• Continuously improve engagement and welfare activities, maximising productivity, devolving HR responsibilities to line managers and building leadership capability
• Ensure that Updraft’s procedures comply with employment regulations
• Monitor various aspects of an employee’s performance, such as attendance and sick leave
• Assess the need for training and then design and implement training programs accordingly
• Hand any disciplinary processes and formal grievances
• Setting and reviewing pay structures and employee perks and benefits
• Develop and continuously monitor and review HR policies and processes and implement changes where necessary
• Provide first line advice on current and existing benefits for employees and managers
• Manage our HR Database
• Develop a streamlined induction process and exit process for staff
• Drive alignment between HR strategy and business goals
• Support change management processes
• Nurture a positive working environment
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an HR / Talent and Talent and People Manager role
• People oriented and results driven
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to demonstrate strategic and leadership skills
• Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent
• Willing to commute to our Newport (South Wales) office, 1 or 2 days per month (travel & accommodation expenses paid by the company)
  
  

Benefits

• Flexible working hours and the ability to work remotely.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  
  

Job Title: Talent and People Manager

Location: Remote with occasional work in Newport Tramshed

Terms: Employed Part Time (approx. 22.5 - 30 hours/week)

Salary: £40,000 FTE

Line Manager: Operations Director

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