Job vacancy - HR ManagerPosition: HR ManagerReference: RVacs1832Location: CambridgeSalary: Dependent on experienceHR Manager - Full-Time, Permanent - Cambridge, UK
Are you an experienced HR professional looking to make a real impact in a dynamic, innovative environment? We are seeking a proactive and skilled HR Manager to join our team in Cambridge.
About the Role
As HR Manager, you will lead and deliver HR operations across the business, ensuring a professional, efficient, and positive workplace culture. This office-based role combines people management, compliance, and employee support, working closely with leadership to drive engagement and development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as the first point of contact for all HR-related matters
* Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, probation, performance management, and offboarding
* Maintain and update HR policies in line with UK employment law
* Ensure compliance with employment legislation, GDPR, and internal policies
* Coordinate health & safety compliance, risk assessments, and office policies
* Advise managers on employee relations, absence, conduct, and performance issues
* Manage sickness, absence tracking, and holiday records
* Oversee training, development, and appraisal processes
* Support employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives
* Administer employee benefits, pensions, and enrolment processes
* Maintain accurate personnel records and HR systems
Skills & Experience
* Essential
* Proven experience in an HR Generalist or HR Management role
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills
* Confident communicator, able to handle sensitive matters discreetly
* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
* Familiarity with HRIS systems
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Desirable
* CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) or working towards
* Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or technology environment
* Experience in an SME or growing organisation
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