HR Manager

Role overview

Human resources leadership

• Set up and manage HR functions across UK properties in line with group policies and UK employment law.
• Build and maintain HR systems, compliance records and onboarding structures.
• Manage recruitment, contracts, onboarding, training coordination and exit procedures.
• Maintain employee files, right-to-work checks and staff documentation.
• Oversee timesheets, time-and-attendance tracking, rosters and monthly payroll computations.
• Provide daily HR support and advice to managers and team members.
• Handle employee relations, performance management, grievances, disciplinary matters and staff development planning.
• Ensure safeguarding and staff welfare compliance; coordinate health and safety risk assessments.
• Liaise with group HR leadership on strategic people initiatives and HR reporting.

Administrative and financial support

• Support the Group Financial Controller with document control, filing, internal approvals, vendor and employee paperwork, invoices, receipts and payroll adjustments.
• Coordinate reports and records from UK properties and support general office administration, supplies, correspondence and system access.
• Maintain accurate records for audits, compliance and reporting.
• Track government filing deadlines, including VAT, employment tax and ICO, and support timely submissions with the Group Financial Controller.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors and local authorities; maintain a register of hospitality licences, renewals and compliance actions.
• Handle sensitive information discreetly and ensure GDPR compliance across HR and administration.

Candidate profile

• At least five years' experience in an HR Manager, Senior HR Generalist or HR & Admin role; hospitality, leisure or multi-site experience is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience with payroll processes and time-and-attendance systems; hospitality-sector experience is ideal.
• Strong administration, coordination and record-keeping skills, attention to detail and ability to build HR processes from scratch.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, discretion, professionalism and initiative.
• CIPD Level 5 or above is preferred.
• Experience supporting finance or operations teams with administrative duties is advantageous.
• Safeguarding awareness and willingness to complete relevant training are essential.

What the employer offers

• The role offers the opportunity to shape UK operations and build and lead an HR and Admin function with group support.
• The employer describes a collaborative environment, trust, autonomy, international exposure and development potential.