HR Director

2 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Venesky Brown Full time
Venesky Brown – HR Role

Job Title: HR Director
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director of People
Contract Type: 9 months (maternity cover)

About the Role:

The HR Manager will play a pivotal role in implementing the HR strategy across Venesky Brown, ensuring effective delivery of HR services and programs that support employees and management teams. This position involves a blend of strategic and hands-on work, requiring someone who can manage HR operations while contributing to business discussions.

  • Manage employee relations, oversee training and development, and ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
  • Develop and maintain a positive workplace culture that attracts and retains top talent.
Main Responsibilities:Employee Recognition:
  • Design and deploy employee recognition programs to highlight exceptional performance and contributions.
Performance Management:
  • Support the Head of People in developing and optimising performance appraisal systems.
  • Manage performance review processes to ensure fairness, efficiency, and alignment with organisational goals.
  • Provide analytics and reports on performance-related data to inform leadership decisions.
Learning and Development:
  • Coordinate training needs within the organisation and develop training materials that support learning objectives.
HR Process Optimisation:
  • Project-manage HR-related changes to drive continuous improvement.
  • Analyse HR data to provide insights into workforce trends, turnover rates, absence and hiring needs.
Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution:
  • Manage employee disciplinary procedures and resolve conflicts effectively.
  • Keep abreast of HR legislation and ensure company policies are compliant.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources
  • Strong administrative experience with attention to detail
  • Knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • High level of discretion and professionalism
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

The estimated salary for this role is £45,000 per annum, depending on experience.


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