Human Resources Manager in UK

The Finli Group Ltd stands at the forefront of the Financial Advice and Investment sector, boasting a workforce of over 300 dedicated professionals spread across various locations nationwide. This position represents an 'impact' role, demanding a professional ready to dive in and make a difference from day one. Each day presents new challenges, making it an exciting journey for those seeking dynamic opportunities. We are in search of a team player who thrives in a cohesive, hardworking, and enjoyable environment. Our team prides itself on being high-performing, agile, and adaptable, ensuring we meet and exceed expectations in an ever-evolving industry landscape.

We want to add an experienced HR Manager to our dynamic and high performing HR team. This role is instrumental in providing comprehensive HR support across the Finli Group of businesses, contributing to the effective management of our workforce, and supporting key HR initiatives, including change programs and transformations.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations:

Lead on Employee Relation matters. Provide expert and confident advice and guidance on ER matters, including disciplinary issues, grievances, and performance management.

Support managers in handling complex HR matters, ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant employment legislation.

Change Management and Transformation:

Collaborate with senior leadership to support change programs and organisational transformations.

Assist in the development and implementation of change management strategies, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication to our Stakeholders and Employees.

HR Policy and Procedure:

Actively review and update HR policies and procedures in line with best practices and legal requirements.

Deliver training to Stakeholders, Managers and Employees on HR policies, ensuring understanding and compliance across the Group.

Employee Engagement:

Face off to the Employee Forum to collaborate on HR/People initiatives.

Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement and morale across all levels of the Group.

Assist in the design and implementation of employee feedback mechanisms, such as surveys and focus groups.

HR Administration:

Line Manage and oversee HR administrative processes, including employee data management, documentation, and HRIS updates and improvements.

Manage oversight of HR Admin to ensure accurate and timely record-keeping, maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field (CIPD qualification desirable).
• Proven experience as an HR Manager, preferably within a “Group Company” of 300+ employees.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in supporting change programs, organisational transformations, or restructuring initiatives.
• Excellent communication and people skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
• Confidence to work independently.
• Meticulous with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.

Experience:

• Previous experience of HR in the Advice and Wealth Management Financial Services is preferable.
• Previous experience of HR Leadership and independent delivery is essential.
• Evidenced experience of HR change programmes.
• Experience of Managing Talent acquisition.
• Experience of deploying D&I initiatives.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• An ability to work under time pressure on high profile matters.
• Experience of managing performance improvement processes and frameworks, quality programmes and efficiency improvement.

Knowledge of the following is highly beneficial:

• IRIS HR (HRIS system) – Staffology
• SharePoint
• Microsoft Office (particularly Word and basic Excel)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• QWP Pension scheme
• Comprehensive benefits package including Private Medical, Income Protection and Life Assurance.
• Career development opportunities

If you are an ambitious, initiative-taking and agile HR professional with a passion for driving positive change in a growth environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting and rewarding opportunity.