Strategic HR Professional

Job Overview:

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing all human resource operations with a strong focus on recruitment, compliance, employee engagement, and operational efficiency. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role suited for someone who is process-oriented, people-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process from defining job descriptions to screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and finalising offers.
• Build a robust candidate pipeline through platforms like , Naukri, and referrals.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand hiring needs, role expectations, and team structures.
• Maintain recruitment trackers and ensure timely communication with candidates.
• Draft, update, and maintain employee contracts in compliance with UK and relevant local employment laws.
• Maintain and revise the employee handbook and company policies ensuring all policies are current, legally compliant, and communicated clearly.
• Handle queries related to HR policies including leave, probation, working hours, and other employment matters.
• Implement and monitor a streamlined timesheet submission process for all employees and contractors.
• Ensure timely reminders accuracy in submissions and resolve any inconsistencies in logged hours.
• Collaborate with department leads to ensure proper project and time tracking protocols are followed.
• Coordinate with the finance team to ensure timely salary disbursals contractor payments and reimbursements.
• Maintain records of employee compensation incentives bonuses and one-time payments.
• Track and manage documentation related to freelance and part-time contributors.
• Build projection models in Excel as directed by the Partners.
• Lead initiatives around employee engagement including birthday and festival gifting appreciation notes and team bonding activities.
• Coordinate bonus and incentive programs in alignment with performance evaluations and company goals.
• Promote a culture of recognition and feedback by encouraging praise and appreciation across teams.
• Administer the company's study leave and exam reimbursement policy.
• Track certification attempts submissions leave taken for exams and documents required for reimbursement eligibility.
• Support learning and development initiatives and maintain a record of upskilling activities.
• Design and execute a structured onboarding process including welcome communication documentation access setup and orientation.
• Ensure a consistent and positive new hire experience through checklists and timely coordination with IT and reporting managers.
• Conduct offboarding including resignation acceptance handover coordination and exit interviews.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of HR experience preferably within a startup consultancy or remote-first organisation.
• Sound understanding of HR operations UK employment regulations and HR best practices.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working with tools such as Microsoft Excel Google Workspace and HR software or trackers.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Benefits:

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on the organisation's success.