HR Manager - Advertising Agency. Maternity Cover Contract (Full-time or Part-Time)

Independent, international media and advertising agency seeks an exceptional HR generalist with strong operational experience to join a small, dynamic HR team as HR/ People Manager. This is a 9 month maternity cover contract and the agency is happy to consider full-time or part-time applicants.    

The agency prides itself on its entrepreneurial, collaborative working culture and as HR Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving cultural initiatives, leading ad hoc projects and partnering with line managers in ensuring best practice.and that their staff receive a first class people experience.

The role entails full generalist HR support & strategy  including

• coaching, supporting and mentoring managers in the application of HR policy
• supporting the HR co-ordinator with the full recruitment cycle
• managing a learning and development programme
• keeping UK policies and procedures up to date and streamlined
• maintaining, generating and analysing reports from various internal systems and portals
• overseeing compensation & benefits

You will need

• Previous HR experience at advisor or manager level, ideally gained within media or start-up/ high growth environment
• A thorough understanding of HR procedures & up to date employment legislation
• Superb communication skills and the ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical capabilities and the ability to manipulate and interpret data
• Excellent time management & organisational  skills
• Great attention to detail

The agency is hoping to hold interviews as soon as possible so please apply immediately if this sounds like you!