HR Manager
CV-LibraryWolverhampton, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 16 April 2026
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£38,000 - £42,000
Wolverhampton
Company Profile
A standalone HR role has become available within a well-established organisation operating in the not-for-profit / charity sector, suited to an experienced HR professional.
This is a hands-on generalist role where you will take full ownership of the HR function. You will play a key role in delivering operational HR support, driving consistency across people processes, and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
This position sits within a collaborative leadership team and offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation, particularly in areas such as employee relations, culture, and organisational development.
What’s on Offer?
* Hybrid working (2–3 days onsite)
* Flexible working policy (37.5 hours per week)
* Opportunity to take ownership of the HR function
What will you do as an HR Manager?
* First point of contact for HR queries, ER matters (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance)
* Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding
* Develop and maintain HR policies in line with legislation and best practice
* Coach and support managers on effective people management
* Lead on absence management, wellbeing, and employee support initiatives
* Oversee HR systems, ensuring accurate records and reporting on key metrics
* Coordinate training and maintain the skills and compliance matrix
* Support payroll through accurate data management and provider liaison
* Drive employee engagement and support a positive workplace culture
* Provide HR insight to senior leadership on workforce planning and development
* Act as escalation point for complex HR matters
What do you need as an HR Manager?
* Proven experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor/Senior Advisor level)
* Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently
* Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable)
* Experience within charity, not-for-profit, or care sectors (desirable)
* Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous
Job ID: 10836
£38,000 - £42,000
Wolverhampton
Company Profile
A standalone HR role has become available within a well-established organisation operating in the not-for-profit / charity sector, suited to an experienced HR professional.
This is a hands-on generalist role where you will take full ownership of the HR function. You will play a key role in delivering operational HR support, driving consistency across people processes, and supporting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
This position sits within a collaborative leadership team and offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact across the organisation, particularly in areas such as employee relations, culture, and organisational development.
What’s on Offer?
* Hybrid working (2–3 days onsite)
* Flexible working policy (37.5 hours per week)
* Opportunity to take ownership of the HR function
What will you do as an HR Manager?
* First point of contact for HR queries, ER matters (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance)
* Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding
* Develop and maintain HR policies in line with legislation and best practice
* Coach and support managers on effective people management
* Lead on absence management, wellbeing, and employee support initiatives
* Oversee HR systems, ensuring accurate records and reporting on key metrics
* Coordinate training and maintain the skills and compliance matrix
* Support payroll through accurate data management and provider liaison
* Drive employee engagement and support a positive workplace culture
* Provide HR insight to senior leadership on workforce planning and development
* Act as escalation point for complex HR matters
What do you need as an HR Manager?
* Proven experience in a generalist HR role (Advisor/Senior Advisor level)
* Strong employee relations experience with the ability to manage cases independently
* Sound knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable)
* Experience within charity, not-for-profit, or care sectors (desirable)
* Microsoft Dynamics is advantageous
Job ID: 10836