Human Resources (HR) Manager

Heidelberg Engineering Ltd. • Hemel Hempstead

  • Full-time

Hemel Hempstead

from today

Your responsibilities

The HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources practices and processes. You will work closely with our Head of Compliance across a range of people management functions, including recruitment and selection, training, employee engagement, payroll, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities include the following:

Strategic HR Planning:
  • Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
  • Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation, and preservation of human capital. 
  • Drive change initiatives that transform our HR functions into a proactive, high performing team focused on a positive employee outcome and reducing legal risks. 
Recruitment and Selection:
  • Manage the recruitment and selection process to ensure the right talent is brought into the organization.
  • Conduct interviews and oversee the onboarding process for new employees.
Employee Relations:
  • Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues.
  • Foster a positive working environment and promote corporate values.
Performance Management:
  • Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
  • Provide feedback and coaching to employees to help them meet their goals.
Training and Development:
  • Assess training needs and develop programs to enhance employee skills and career development.
  • Monitor and evaluate training programs to ensure effectiveness.
Compliance and Policy Management:
  • Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.
  • Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
Payroll & Compensation Management:
  • Run monthly payroll, process pensions, resolve queries in collaboration with the Finance Department. 
  • Manage the benefits programs.
Employee Engagement and Retention:
  • Develop strategies to improve employee engagement and retention.
  • Implement initiatives that promote employee satisfaction and well-being.

Your qualifications


Human Resource Management Degree, or equivalent CIPD qualification (Level 5)

Your profile

Professional Abilities, Experience, Skills and Expertise
  • People oriented and results driven.
  • Ability to drive continuous improvement. 
  • Strong understanding of payroll processes.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the employee life cycle.
  • Proven working experience as HR Manager or other HR Executive role.
  • Strong written skills with proven ability to draft policies, procedures and reports.
  • Proven commercial acumen and experience in minimising legal exposure. 
  • Extensive knowledge and application of the UK Employment law and best practices. 
  • Track record of leading employee relations strategy and change management. 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and foster a collaborative, high performance environment.
  • Experience in enhancing Employment Relations (ER) and optimizing general HR processes
  • Proven ability to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all organisational levels
  • Strong data interpretation skills, with the ability to identify trends, make informed decisions.
Required Personal Skills
  • A team player.
  • Active listening skills.
  • A persuasive negotiator.
  • Fairness and resolve in oversight.
  • Good coaching and mentoring skills.
  • Good ambassadorial and diplomatic skills.
  • Approachable and compassionate.
  • Ability to display objectivity and tact.
  • Excellent presentation skills both formally and informally.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral as well as active listening skills.

We offer

We offer
  • Competitive Salary.
  • Annual Bonus – based on company and individual performance. 
  • Private Healthcare.
  • Excellent Contributory Pension Scheme.
  • Life Assurance.
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Interesting, challenging work at a dynamic international company
  • A highly motivated team in an international environment.
The Application Process
The application process for our Graduate Programme has been simplified to give every candidate the opportunity to excel. Therefore, if you believe the description above best describes you, please simply apply with your Cover Letter and CV via the link below:

Closing date 
Application closes on 31st January 2025. – We reserve the right to close the application at any time and at short notice depending on the volume of application received. Therefore, to give yourself an optimum chance of being considered for this role, please apply as soon as possible.

It's that easy to apply!

  • Step 1: Your online application
  • Simply click on “Apply” and fill out the short application from. This only takes less than three minutes and can also be done on your mobile phone. 
  • Step 2: First Interview
  • We will get back to you as soon as possible. If there is a fit, we will invite you to a first online interview.
  • Step 3: In-person interview
  • If the first meeting went well, we will invite you to another meeting in the office.
  • Step 4: It's a match? Welcome to Heidelberg Engineering!
  • You get all documents and information you need for your start and onboarding. We look forward to having you in our Team soon!
Apply now

Our benefits

Employee jubilees:

To show our appreciation, we reward our longstanding employees for company anniversaries and retirements.

Company pension scheme:

We support you in your retirement plans so that you can look forward to the future.

Employee events:

Summer and Winter events, team events or simple after-work get-togethers contribute to a supportive and collaborative culture.

Family business:

Our corporate culture can be described as international environment with a family-like working atmosphere in which you can contribute with your individual skills.

Feedback interviews:

We consider a constructive, reciprocal, and continuous feedback culture as essential for your further development and career planning.

Onboarding process:

Heidelberg Engineering provides you with an individual training plan for your successful onboarding.

Parking opportunities:

Whether by bike, scooter or car – we offer opportunities for parking spaces as well as a separate room to store your bike.

Training and development opportunities:

Lifelong learning and continuous professional development are among the success factors in the dynamic environment in which we operate. That's why we offer a digital learning platform to expand your professional, social, methodological, and personal skillset.

Do you have any questions?

We are looking forward to supporting you!