HR Manager

Closing Date: 2nd April 2024

Salary: £37.5-£39K

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Peters is the UK's leading specialist supplier of children's books and furniture to schools, academies, public libraries, and multi-academy trusts, and we're passionate about inspiring children and young people to read.

Who we are looking for:

Understanding our business and our people will be key to your success and you will work closely with our Management team to anticipate operational requirements and develop appropriate solutions.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about people and making a change. Somebody with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain fair, impartial and sound in their judgement.

The role: 

• Developing and implementing HR strategy
• Provide comprehensive, effective, and timely service to our staff
• Support the Management Team with all aspects of recruitment and staffing
• Liaise with recruitment agencies, and book temporary staff if required
• Manage the entire recruitment process from screening, shortlisting, interviewing, and onboarding
• Implement and manage a company-wide appraisal system and ensure that Managers are trained, and understand the process.
• Recognise and imbed training and development initiatives within the Company by identifying skills and training requirements. This may include delivering training, if necessary
• Manage staff absence by supporting Managers with the return to work process, occupational health requirements, or long-term sickness.
• Manage disciplinary and grievance procedures as and when required whilst supporting Managers and Directors throughout the process.
• Update the Employee Handbook to ensure all policies and procedures are current, clear and consistent.
• Manage the Companies time and attendance system.
• Ensure the Health and Safety compliance.
• Work alongside the Financial Controller to administer payroll each month.
• Prepare internal Company communications to provide staff with monthly business updates.

About you:

• A minimum of three years’ experience working within a HR role, preferable within manufacturing or a professional services setting
• CIPD qualified (minimum level 5), or evidence of working towards this
• HR Generalist experience and a good understanding of all aspects of HR Management, including resourcing, succession planning, change management and employee relations
• Experience of implementing new software systems
• A good understanding of employment law and commercial awareness
• The ability to prioritise workload and ensure we promote best practice
• Excellent communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge or Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook with a willingness to learn a new HR system
• A sound understanding of GDPR requirements and confidentiality

The rewards: 

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays which increase with service up to 32 days.
• On-site free parking plus discounted parking at the Arcadian to use on weekdays plus weekends.
• Group personal pension plan (contributory).
• Private Medical Insurance after 6 months service.
• Buy or sell up to 5 days holiday.

The details:

• £35,500 - £39,000 per annum
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
• Hybrid working available; 2 days at home, 3 days in the office
• Office location: 120 Bromsgrove Street, Birmingham, B5 6RJ.

If you are interested in this role, please submit your CV. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please contact our HR Manager at Tulsi.patel@peters.co.uk