Interim HR Manager
Posted 3 days ago by Bayman Atkinson Smythe
£41,000 Per year
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of HR Manager at a pioneering social care organization in Liverpool involves leading a team to manage HR operations, recruitment, employee relations, and strategic workforce planning for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The position emphasizes values-driven leadership and collaboration within a person-centered care framework. The ideal candidate will possess strong HR expertise and a commitment to inclusion and continuous improvement. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of four in day-to-day HR operations.
- Provide expert HR advice and support recruitment and retention strategies.
- Manage employee relations and contribute to strategic workforce planning.
- Oversee compliance, reporting, and policy updates.
- Involve in projects such as EDI initiatives and digital payroll rollout.
Key Skills:
- Level 5 CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Strong generalist HR experience, including team management.
- Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
- Confident in advising senior leaders and handling complex ER cases.
- Strong communication, report writing, and IT skills.
- Proactive, solution-focused, and adaptable under pressure.
- Desirable: MCIPD (Level 7) Leadership qualification.
- Experience in health and social care or charity sectors.
- Background in leading change and transformation projects.
Salary (Rate): £41,000.00/year
City: Liverpool
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: HR
Paying £41,000 - A pioneering, person-centred social care organisation based in Liverpool are seeking an experienced HR Manager for a 12-month FTC to cover maternity leave. Committed to inclusion, advocacy, and collaboration, this organisation works alongside families, carers, and communities to deliver high-quality, values-led support.
THE ROLE
Reporting to the Chief Executive, the HR Manager will lead a team of four, overseeing day-to-day HR operations, providing expert advice, supporting recruitment and retention strategies, managing employee relations, and contributing to strategic workforce planning. The role also includes oversight of compliance, reporting, policy updates, and involvement in current projects such as EDI initiatives, digital payroll rollout, and competency framework implementation. Hours: 37.5 hours/week (hybrid working up to 2 days; 4-day week considered)
THE PERSON
The ideal candidate will be values-driven, resilient, and able to lead with integrity while contributing to a culture of inclusion and continuous improvement.
Essential
- Level 5 CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Strong generalist HR experience, including managing teams
- Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
- Confident advising senior leaders and handling complex ER cases
- Strong communication, report writing, and IT skills
- Proactive, solution-focused, and adaptable under pressure
Desirable
- MCIPD (Level 7) Leadership qualification
- Experience in health and social care or charity sectors
- Background in leading change and transformation projects
The Benefits
- Competitive salary of £41,000
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days remote)
- Flexible working pattern (option of 4-day week)
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful social impact
- Be part of a supportive and purpose-led organisation
- Engage in innovative HR projects and sector-leading practices
Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.