HR Manager

  • Ashley Kate HR & Finance
  • Syston, Leicestershire
  • Feb 09, 2026
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

Ashley Kate HR & Finance are excited to be partnering with our SME client in the Leicestershire area, as they continue to develop a dedicated HR function into the business.

This is a fast paced business that have experienced quick growth within the last 3 years, and plan to grow further. For this reason they seek a HR Manager / HR Business Partner who has an opportunity to make this role their own where you will drive the strategic HR planning as well as manage the hands on operational day to day. The role is site based in Syston with expectation to travel to another Leicestershire office 1 day a week. Salary 50,000 - 55000 DOE.

About the Role

Reporting directly into the Managing Director, you will sit on the SLT and be a trusted partner to the senior leadership team, relationship building is essential at all levels within this role.

This is the perfect blend of strategic and operational elements, within a commercial environment.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering the HR strategy planning, aligning to business objectives

Build credibility, and strong long lasting relationships across the management teams and wider workforce

Ensure all policies and procedures and other key employment documents are up to date

Lead in all internal communications, systems and data management

Develop robust policies and processes with strong employment law knowledge

Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management.

Coach and support managers in upskilling their HR capabilities and supporting their departments in areas such as absence and performance

Lead in Employee relations

Lead in wellbeing and engagement initiatives

Succession and Talent planning

Change management such as TUPE

Oversee payroll data and HR administration

About you

To be considered for this fantastic opportunity you will be a commercially focused HR professional with experience in a similar stand alone position, where you are used to a varied workload. You will enjoy rolling your sleeves up and not be fazed by handling the administrative elements of the function. Ideally you will have experience managing change projects such as TUPE. We seek a confident communicator, who likes to be out within the workforce building relationships. CIPD qualified to level 5 or above with strong understanding of employment legislation.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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