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HR Manager

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United Kingdomfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Sept 2026
💰 £60,000/yr

About the role

HR Manager

Farnham

Up to £60,000 per annum
Standalone HR Role | CIPD Level 5 Qualified

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a broad, hands-on role where you can take full ownership of the HR function?

Our client is seeking a proactive and commercially minded HR Manager to join their team in Farnham. This is a standalone position, offering the opportunity to shape the people agenda while remaining heavily involved in the day-to-day operational aspects of HR.

This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, thrives on autonomy and is confident managing everything from strategic initiatives through to employee relations and recruitment.

The Role

As the HR Manager, you will be responsible for the full employee lifecycle, providing expert HR support across the business and ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing all employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance and absence cases
Leading recruitment, onboarding and induction activities
Advising managers on HR best practice and people-related matters
Reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures
Supporting performance management and employee development initiatives
Managing HR administration, records and reporting
Driving employee engagement and wellbeing activities
Ensuring compliance with current UK employment legislation
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance the employee experienceAbout You:

CIPD Level 5 qualified is essential
Previous experience in a standalone HR Manager or Senior HR generalist position
Strong employee relations experience with the confidence to manage cases independently
Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to support all areas of the businessIf you're a CIPD Level 5 qualified HR professional looking for a standalone role where you can make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you

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