HR Manager UK & Ireland

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HR Manager UK & Ireland

Wolters Kluwer Holdings (UK) plcKingston, GBR

30+ days ago

Salary

£30,000.00 yearly

Job type

Full-time

Job description

This is an exciting role within a global organization that allows the freedom to make a difference whilst at the same time has very accessible support at a European and global level.

Job Purpose :

To provide employees and managers with expert HR advice and support both operationally and strategically, complying with UK and Ireland practices and legislation in an international working environment.

Supporting around 300 employees in specific Divisions and Business Units across the UK and Ireland, this position provides a consistent experience and harmonised approach throughout the employee lifecycle.

The HR function is constantly evolving to align with the employee experience, expectations, legislation and technology. Whilst undertaking a broad range of HR related tasks, identifies and drives opportunities to attract and retain talent, affect business results, and support strategic initiatives. Makes recommendations and delivers in accordance with local, European and global HR strategies.

Responsibilities :

Provides strategic guidance for organizational development and redesign activities as well as manages change management and actions arising.
Handles employee relations and employment issues such as complaints or disciplinary actions in accordance with local legislation.
Collaborates with legal and compliance teams to ensure HR practices align with local country regulations.
Delivers advice and guidance to employees and managers on a variety of topics during the employment life cycle including :
Organizational design and development
Onboarding and offboarding
Compensation and Benefits
Employee Engagement
Partners with HR Centre’s of Excellence (CoE) e.g., Talent Acquisition, Talent Development and Payroll
Supports and drives HR projects and initiatives.
HR case management system (Workday) :
Responding to employee requests within global SLA’s
Following up with Centre’s of Excellence (CoE) as appropriate e.g., Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, HR IS etc.
Creating and maintaining HR “articles” to improve our CxP (Colleague Experience Promise) encouraging employees and managers to self-serve.
HCM (Workday) approvals and associated actions including :
New position requests
New hire process
Compensation changes
Job changes e.g., promotions, lateral moves
Data changes e.g., changes to hours of work
Terminations

Experience : Education

Degree or equivalent in human resources, business management or relevant subject

Experience

Proven operational and strategic HR experience within a similar role

Solid knowledge of employment legislation is essential

Previously worked within a global company with a UK and Ireland remit

Working within the technology industry or professional services is advantageous

Previous experience of working within a complex matrix organization and with senior leaders is an advantage

Experience of managing projects, implementing organizational change within a global context

Working with an HCM is essential, preferably Workday

Competent with the MS Office suite

Attributes :

Actively ensures knowledge of HR practices and regulations in the UK and Ireland is up to date

Always maintains confidentiality and acts with personal and professional integrity

Builds credible relationships with stakeholders through trust, teamwork and leadership

Consistently demonstrates impartiality in daily activities, behaviors, and decisions

Demonstrates courage to do what’s right and able to challenge the status quo and perspectives of others

Demonstrates an ability to work well under pressure with competing priorities, managing deadlines to deliver on objectives and commitments

Works well independently as well as being part of a small team

Utilizes highly developed verbal and written communication skills