Vacancy: Human Resources Manager

Job Description

A fast growing manufacturing company in the FMCG sector seeks the services of an experienced individual for immediate employment as Human Resources Manager

Job Description

• working closely with departments, increasingly in a consultancy role, assisting line managers to understand and implement policies and procedures;


• promoting equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation;


• liaising with a wide range of people involved in policy areas such as staff performance and health and safety;


• recruiting staff - this includes developing job descriptions and person specifications, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing and selecting candidates;


• developing and implementing policies on issues such as working conditions, performance management, equal opportunities, disciplinary procedures and absence management;


• preparing and administering staff handbooks;


• advising on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and benefits;


• undertaking regular salary reviews;


• negotiating with staff and their representatives (for example, trade union officials) on issues relating to pay and conditions;


• administering payroll and maintaining employee records;


• interpreting and advising on employment law;


• dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures;


• developing with line managers HR planning strategies which consider immediate and long-term staff requirements;


• planning, and delivering training, including inductions for new staff;


• analysing training needs in conjunction with departmental managers.

Required Skills or Experience

• A degree in business related discipline


• At least five years experience in a similar role in an FMCG


• Demonstrated entrepreneurial approach to business


• Must be results-oriented and versatile


• Must have strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills


• Must be a team player with proven abilities to excel in dynamic competitive environments


• Must have strong integrity