HR Manager providing managerial and administrative support in a law firm. Overseeing recruiting, compliance, and employee relations with a focus on improving HR practices.
About the role
- HR Manager leading the local HR team and aligning people strategy with business strategy at Thorlabs. Overseeing HR compliance and organizational support in Ely, England.
Responsibilities
- The HR Manager leads the local HR team and owns the people strategy, which aligns with the business strategy, for the UK.
- The Manager ensures the implementation of global and European HR strategies at national level.
- Partners closely with management and international stakeholders to design and deliver people practices that attract, retain and motivate employees.
- Oversees Travel and provides seamless support for employees and organizational goals.
- Conducts annual reviews, performance evaluations, and absence management.
- Supports and leads change management initiatives within HR.
- Contributes to and implements Global and European HR strategies at the local level.
- Develops the UK people strategy.
- Advises management on labour law and compliance-related topics.
- Manages the local recruitment process in close collaboration with the global Talent Acquisition team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proven experience in HR management, including team leadership, employee development, and strategic HR
- Proven experience leading HR teams including developing and coaching the team
- Strategic mindset with the ability to align business strategy with people strategies
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR compliance, and best practices
- Solid expertise in HR metrics, reporting, and controlling
- Proficient in HR systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, Dayforce, Oracle, SAP or similar)
- Strong business acumen and results-oriented mindset
- Relationship Management: Ability to build and maintain trust-based, positive relationships
- Empathy: Strong understanding of employees’ needs and challenges
- Negotiation Skills: Confident and goal-oriented negotiation in HR-related contexts, balancing interests
- Active Listening: Attentively listening to employees and team members
- Leadership & Coaching: Ability to inspire, motivate, and develop team members
- Communication Skills: Ability to present information, create presentations and other communication materials. Facilitation skills a plus. Strong EQ.
Benefits
- Contributed Pension Scheme
- Group Life Cover
- Private Health Care
- Group Income Protection & more.
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