Group People Manager

This role will drive excellence and support the people strategy across the business. This is a hands-on highly visible role working at group level whilst driving relationships across individual businesses

Client Details

You will play a key part in shaping employee wellbeing, benefits, leadership development, and learning programmes, as well as supporting independent initiatives across the group. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves both operational delivery and strategic impact.

Description

Be the positive face of the Group, promoting our values and culture in everything you do.
Oversee day-to-day People operations, including employee relations, recruitment, and policy management.
Lead the annual performance review and pay review cycles, ensuring consistency and fairness across all businesses.
Chair employee committee meetings, setting agendas, guiding discussions, and following up on actions.
Advise leaders on employment relations, training, and development opportunities.
Support wellbeing and benefits strategy, making sure our colleagues feel valued and supported.
Design and deliver learning and leadership development programmes to grow talent and strengthen organisational capability.
Manage the Apprenticeship Levy, ensuring full compliance while maximising its value for the business.
Support the ED&I strategy, embedding inclusive practices across all areas of the Group.
Lead organisational change initiatives and support strategic projects alongside the Head of People and People Director.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders to influence decisions and implement improvements.Profile

A successful Group People Manager should have:

Proven experience in operational People/HR management, ideally in multi-site organisations.
Strong understanding of employee relations, performance management, and benefits administration.
Experience using the Apprenticeship Levy to upskill employees.
Skilled in learning and development programme design and leadership development.
Ability to influence and build strong relationships with senior leaders and colleagues alike.
A hands-on, proactive approach with a passion for delivering positive employee experiences.

Job Offer

Annual salary of £50,000 GBP.
Company car allowance of £5,000.
Work for a people-first Group committed to continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Shape and influence strategic People initiatives across multiple businesses.
Opportunity to develop and implement programmes that genuinely improve colleague wellbeing, learning, and career progression.
Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team.
If you are ready to take ownership of operational excellence while making a tangible impact on people's experience across our businesses, we want to hear from you!If you're ready to take the next step in your HR career, apply now to become a Group People Manager and make a lasting impact