HR Manager (Maternity Cover)

Job description

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to provide maternity cover in a fast-paced financial services environment. This role is responsible for delivering a full spectrum of HR services, leading a small team, and partnering with business leaders to support organisational goals. The successful candidate will balance operational excellence with strategic input, ensuring HR practices are efficient, compliant, and aligned with business needs. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management: Lead, coach, and develop a team of 3 (2 HR Officers and 1 Talent Manager) Allocate workload, set objectives, and monitor performance Foster a high-performance, collaborative team culture HR Operations: Oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensuring smooth delivery of HR services Manage employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, performance, promotions, exits) Ensure HR systems and records are accurate and up to date Employee Relations: Act as escalation point for complex employee relations issues Provide expert advice on disciplinary, grievance, and performance matters Ensure consistent and fair application of policies Talent & Recruitment: Partner with the Talent Manager t...