HR Manager

Travel Nationwide | London‑Based Hybrid Role
Location: London Hybrid – 3 days in the office or restaurant, 2 days remote (You’ll need to be within a commutable distance of Central London and ready to visit sites across the UK)
  
My client is a thriving, Private Equity-backed, profit‑making business with a reputation for excellence and a culture that truly stands out.
  
We are hiring an HR Manager who is both strategic and hands‑on, with particular expertise in Employee Relations. This is a role where you’ll actively manage ER matters while shaping people strategy, driving engagement, performance, and wellbeing, and leading key change initiatives.
There will be a requirement to visit sites nationwide, so the ideal candidate will be based within a commutable distance of Central London.
  
What You’ll Do

• Lead employee relations: Own all ER matters, from performance management and disciplinary issues to grievances and Employment Tribunals, providing practical, hands‑on support to managers and teams.
• Champion our culture: Embed our values across HR practices, leadership behaviours, and day‑to‑day interactions.
• Drive engagement & wellbeing: Lead initiatives such as employee surveys, implement actions to boost engagement and retention, and support mental health and wellbeing to create a safe workplace.
• Oversee reward & performance: Ensure pay, recognition, and performance strategies are fair, competitive, and aligned with business goals.
• Develop your team: Lead and mentor the People Assistant, building a high‑performing HR function and succession pipeline.

Who We’re Looking For

• Experienced HR professional with strong ER and change management expertise.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and partner with senior leaders.
• Passionate about culture, engagement, and employee wellbeing.
• Able to balance hands‑on delivery with long‑term HR strategy.
• Flexible and willing to travel to sites nationwide.
• Ideally located within easy reach of Central London.

Benfits

• Opportunity to earn a bonus of up to 20% of your salary.
• A contribution of 6% of your salary to your pension pot each month.
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
• Additional holiday entitlement at 5 and 10 years’ service.
• Life Assurance and Income Protection scheme from day one.
• Private Healthcare.
• Wellbeing services, including 24/7 GP, mental health, legal and financial support for you and your immediate family.
• Generous discounts across my client’s restaurant brands for you, friends, and family.
• Endless external and internal learning opportunities to help you drive your career forward.
• A vibrant, creative office in Central London, designed to inspire collaboration and innovation.
• Free espresso and barista training as part of your induction, plus regular breakfasts and fresh fruit available every day.

Culture & Ethos
This is a business where people genuinely enjoy working together. It’s a work hard, play hard environment: high standards and strong results balanced with social events, celebrations, and a fun atmosphere. You’ll be part of a team that thrives on success, supports one another, and knows how to enjoy the journey.
✨ Ready to take the next step in your HR career? Apply today and join my client’s winning team.