7 results for Head Of Hr in Swindon, Swindon

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Patchway, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
Human Resources ManagerNorth Bristol | Up to £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Office-Based We are proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in North Bristol to appoint a high-calibre Human Resources Manager. This is a pivotal senior management role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver a people strategy that supports continued growth, operational excellence and a positive, high-performing culture. Operating within a fast-paced, hands-on environment, this role requires a balance of strategic thinking and operational delivery. You will lead a small HR team and act as a trusted partner to the senior leadership team, providing pragmatic, commercially focused HR support across the business. Please note, due to the nature of the manufacturing environment, this role is fully office-based. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of the full HR function, ensuring it is aligned to business objectives while remaining responsive to the demands of a dynamic manufacturing setting. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Acting as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders, offering expert guidance on all people-related matters, including organisational design, workforce planning and change management</li><li>Leading and developing a small HR team, ensuring high standards of delivery across all HR activities</li><li>Driving employee engagement initiatives, using insight and data to continuously enhance the employee experience</li><li>Overseeing recruitment strategy and delivery, ensuring the business attracts and retains high-quality talent across all levels</li><li>Managing the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to development, retention and exit processes</li><li>Reviewing, developing and embedding HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance, consistency and operational efficiency</li><li>Leading on performance management frameworks, supporting managers to drive accountability, capability and high performance</li><li>Managing compensation and benefits processes, ensuring alignment with market trends and internal equity</li><li>Championing a culture of wellbeing, inclusion and continuous improvement across the organisation</li><li>Supporting change initiatives, helping the business navigate growth and transformation effectively</li></ul> About You This role will suit a confident and resilient HR leader who enjoys being close to the business and making a visible impact. You will be comfortable operating in a fast-moving, sometimes ambiguous environment, and capable of balancing competing priorities with a calm and solutions-focused approach. You will bring:<ul><li>Proven experience in a senior, generalist HR role, ideally within manufacturing, engineering or a similar fast-paced environment</li><li>A strong blend of strategic capability and hands-on delivery</li><li>Demonstrable experience influencing and partnering with senior stakeholders</li><li>Experience leading, coaching and developing HR team members</li><li>Solid knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice</li><li>A proactive, adaptable and creative approach to problem solving</li><li>A genuine passion for people, culture and organisational development</li></ul> The Offer<ul><li>Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience</li><li>Performance-related bonus</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>The opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing organisation</li><li>A visible and influential position with scope to shape the HR function and wider business culture</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMDI3MjUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-27T10:52:15Z

HR Generalist / People & Culture

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Contract
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
HR Generalist / People & Culture (Part-Time)Temp to Perm role Location: Near Aldermaston, Berkshire Hours: 24-30 hours per week (ideally shorter days across five days, flexibility available) Salary: Circa £45,000 full-time equivalentAn experienced HR Generalist is required to join a well-established SME employing approximately 70 permanent staff, supported by seasonal and temporary workers during peak periods.This is a standalone, hands-on role with full responsibility for HR across the business. There are no direct reports. You will act as the primary HR contact for managers and employees, ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant people practices aligned with business needs.Key Responsibilities* Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding for permanent and temporary roles * Draft contracts and oversee right-to-work and compliance documentation * Support workforce planning and resourcing needs * Advise managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence and capability matters * Lead employee relations cases through to conclusion * Review and update HR policies in line with UK employment law * Manage and develop the performance review process * Support objective setting and underperformance management * Identify training needs and coordinate development activity * Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation * Process payroll changes and check payroll for accuracy * Monitor absence and key people metrics * Ensure GDPR compliance across HR processes * Improve and digitise HR systems where appropriate * Support engagement, wellbeing and internal communication initiatives * Conduct exit interviews and monitor retention trends * Act as a visible, approachable HR contact across the organisationCandidate Requirements* Minimum five years' experience in a broad HR Generalist role * Strong working knowledge of UK employment law * Experience managing disciplinary and grievance processes independently * CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience) * Experience within an SME environment * Confident operating in a standalone capacity * Organised, pragmatic and solutions-focused * Able to build credibility and influence managers effectivelyThis part-time role (24-30 hours) is ideally structured as shorter days across five days to maintain visibility and support, although flexibility can be discussed.This opportunity would suit an experienced HR professional seeking an autonomous, varied role within a growing SME where they can make a tangible impact. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuOTc0ODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-04T12:46:53Z

Finance & Operations Manager

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Finance & Operations Manager - Mandarin speaker Salary: up to £60,000 + 25 days annual leaveKey link between our UK office and our partners in China.<h2 data-end="259" data-start="248">The Role</h2>We are seeking a hands-on and highly organised Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of the finance function while overseeing HR administration, sales support, and day-to-day office management.<ul data-complete="true" data-sfc-cb="" data-processed="true" class="KsbFXc U6u95"><li class="dF3vjf" data-hveid="CAEICRAA" data-sae="" data-complete="true" data-sfc-cb="">Language Skills: Professional-level fluency in Mandarin (written and spoken) is essential for this role to facilitate communication with our international partners.</li></ul>This is a broad, varied position suited to someone who enjoys working at the centre of the business, improving processes, and supporting commercial teams in a growing SME environment. You will act as the operational backbone of the office, ensuring finance, people, and administrative processes run smoothly.<h2 data-start="780" data-end="803">Key Responsibilities</h2><h3 data-start="805" data-end="816">Finance</h3><ul><li>Manage day-to-day finance operations and maintain strong financial controls</li><li>Oversee accounts payable and receivable</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting</li><li>Maintain accurate and compliant financial records</li><li>Liaise with external accountants and advisors</li></ul><h3 data-end="1190" data-start="1160">HR & People Administration</h3><ul><li>Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and employee records</li><li>Support payroll and benefits administration</li><li>Maintain HR documentation and compliance</li><li>Act as first point of contact for HR-related queries</li><li>Assist with development of HR processes and policies</li></ul><h3 data-start="1461" data-end="1491">Sales & Commercial Support</h3><ul><li>Support the sales team with quotes, proposals, and order processing</li><li>Maintain CRM and sales data accuracy</li><li>Produce sales and performance reporting</li><li>Coordinate with logistics/operations to support delivery</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve sales administration processes</li></ul><h3 data-start="1781" data-end="1815">Office Management & Operations</h3><ul><li>Fluent in Mandarin</li></ul><h2 data-end="2123" data-start="2101">Skills & Experience</h2><ul><li>Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Finance & Operations, or similar broad role</li><li>Strong hands-on finance capability</li><li>Experience supporting HR and/or sales administration</li><li>Highly organised with strong attention to detail</li><li>Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills</li><li>Confident communicator able to work across all levels</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>High level of discretion with confidential information</li></ul><h2 data-start="2639" data-end="2651">Desirable</h2><ul><li>SME or owner-managed business experience</li><li>Experience improving finance or operational processes</li><li>Familiarity with CRM and accounting systems</li><li>Exposure to HR/payroll processes</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMjcwMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-03-30T12:04:55Z

Payroll Manager

Warwickshire, Warwickshire
remote
Permanent
50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
I'm supporting a respected school based in Warwick who are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to cover a period of maternity leave. This is a key role within the school's central support function, overseeing the delivery of a compliant, accurate and timely payroll service for teaching and support staff.This is a fully office‑based role within the Warwick site and would suit someone who enjoys working in an education environment, supporting a diverse workforce, and ensuring smooth payroll operations in line with school policies and statutory requirements.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Manage the end‑to‑end payroll for teaching and non‑teaching staff, including term-time only workers, casual staff, supply cover, and variable hours.</li><li>Ensure correct application of Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) contributions, rules, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Process maternity, paternity, sickness, and other statutory payments in line with school and statutory policies.</li><li>Oversee payroll reconciliations and monthly reporting, working closely with HR and the School Business Manager.</li><li>Maintain accurate records for safeguarding and compliance audits.</li><li>Ensure all payroll processes align with safer recruitment and safeguarding guidelines.</li><li>Handle complex payroll queries sensitively and professionally.</li><li>Keep up to date with changes in education-sector payroll legislation and pension rules.</li><li>Manage the administration of payroll systems and ensure data integrity.</li><li>Support with year‑end tasks such as P60s, P11Ds, and pension year-end submissions.</li></ul><h2>Experience & Skills Required</h2><ul><li>Previous experience managing payroll in a school, multi-academy trust, or similar public sector/education environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of TPS and LGPS processes and pension compliance.</li><li>Experience handling complex payroll for varied working patterns and term‑time structures.</li><li>Excellent working knowledge of UK payroll legislation.</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Confident working in a busy, people-focused environment where discretion and professionalism are essential.</li><li>Strong communication skills, particularly when dealing with teachers, support staff, and senior leadership.</li><li>Previous use of education payroll or HR systems beneficial (e.g., SIMS, Arbor, iTrent, or similar).</li></ul><h2>Why This Opportunity?</h2><ul><li>Play a key role in supporting staff across the school during a crucial period.</li><li>Join a friendly and collaborative support team.</li><li>Take full ownership of a stable payroll function with the chance to improve processes.</li></ul> Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS41NDA1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-03-23T11:53:35Z