London, UK
HR manager
at Assael Architecture
Assael Architecture is seeking a HR manager to join its team in London.
Award-winning multi-disciplinary practice Assael Architecture is looking for an HR manager to join the Assael Team.
In this stand alone role you will provide a full HR remit for a great team of people. In addition to the operational role you will have the scope to be strategic and carry out project work.
We are looking for a self starter, who will bring their HR experience and help us ensure that Assael continues to be a great place to work.
Summary of main responsibilities:
- to provide advice and assistance to the directors on HR best practice, policies, procedures and employment legislation
- to provide support and consultation on employee relations issues and work with the directors to manage issues as they arise in a timely, professional manner
- to review and update HR policies and procedures, the employee handbook, contracts and intranet
- to oversee recruitment and ensure job descriptions and roles matrices are updated
- to manage and distribute all HR correspondence for the full employee lifecycle
- to manage all employee files
- to manage company inductions, work experience students and apprentices
- to manage StaffCircle and coordinate appraisals and associated outcomes
- to oversee and coordinate training including CPDs, technical and management training
- to assist with on BCorps Certification process and provide people information for external surveys and client bids
- to manage the process for sponsorship of overseas workers
- to lead on diversity and inclusion and wellbeing initiatives
Candidates must have the following qualifications, experience and skills:
- experience as HR manager at both a strategic and operational level
- CIPD qualification (preferred)
- experience of coaching others in business
- excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
- excellent attention to detail and ability to problem solve
- able to lead discussion, listen and negotiate positive outcomes for all stakeholders
- adaptable and flexible
- competent user of Microsoft Office, HRIS
- good working knowledge of UK employment law
- current knowledge of diversity and inclusion and wellbeing best practice
The practice has been recognised many times for its efforts to ensure that staff are rewarded, supported and given the career and life opportunities that enable them to thrive and reach their full potential. Some of our recent awards include winning Building Magazine’s Good Employer Award in 2018 and the Architects’ Journal AJ100 Employer of the Year Award in 2017, being a finalist for Building Design’s Best Architect Employer Award and the AJ100’s Employer of the Year Award in 2020, and consistently being placed on The Sunday Times’ Best 100 Small Companies to Work For list. We operate from modern design studios in Putney, London with around 75 staff. We offer competitive salaries and award-winning benefits.
If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending a cover letter and CV via the apply button below.