HR Manager

CV-LibraryRayleigh, EssexpermanentPosted: 1 May 2026
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HR Manager

📍 Rayleigh
💷 £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (DOE) + Benefits
🕒 Full Time | Permanent | 9am - 5pm

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to take ownership of the full employee lifecycle within our clients organisation. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will play a key part in ensuring compliance, supporting our clients people, and fostering a positive and productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Compliance

Maintain and update HR policies and employment documentation in line with current legislation and best practice
Talent Acquisition & Retention

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding processes, to attract and retain top talent
Payroll Coordination

Work closely with Finance to ensure accurate and timely weekly and monthly payroll processing
Performance Management

Lead the annual appraisal cycle and support the delivery of training and development initiatives
HR Administration

Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring full GDPR compliance
Employee Relations

Manage ER matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and employee wellbeing support
Health & Safety

Oversee health & safety processes and liaise with external providers to ensure compliance
HR Advisory

Provide first-line HR advice to employees and coaching to managers
Employee Engagement

Drive engagement initiatives and internal communications to build a motivated and connected workforce

Key Skills & Attributes

Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive matters
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
Confident working independently while collaborating with wider teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel)
Good understanding of health & safety regulations and risk assessments

Experience & Qualifications

CIPD qualification (essential)
Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at HR Manager level

Why Join Us?

Varied, hands-on role with real impact
Opportunity to shape HR processes and culture
Supportive working environment

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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