HR Manager

Anderson Knight is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our client’s team in West Lothian. This is a key role as the sole HR contact within the organisation, responsible for delivering a comprehensive HR service at all levels. You will handle a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, policy development, and compliance.

The position is primarily onsite, with occasional travel required, so a driver’s license is preferred. Our client is looking at this role on a part time basis ideally 4 full days per week but open to discussions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring adherence to employment law and company policies.
• Manage the complete recruitment cycle, including job description creation, conducting interviews, and facilitating onboarding.
• Develop, implement, and review HR policies and procedures to ensure they remain current and in line with best practices.
• Oversee the performance appraisal process, assisting managers in addressing performance issues and promoting a high-performance culture.
• Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development initiatives to support employee growth.
• Ensure compliance of all HR activities with legal requirements and industry standards, including health and safety, GDPR, and equal opportunities.
• Collaborate with the finance team to manage payroll processes and administer employee benefits.
• Maintain accurate HR records and generate reports on HR metrics and analytics.

Key Skills & Experience:

Our client is looking for a confident, self-driven HR professional with a robust generalist background. You should have experience managing a diverse range of HR activities independently and possess the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar generalist role
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• High organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) preferred but not mandatory
• Proficient in HRIS and MS Office applications