Average People Manager salary in the UK

Our client is a highly respected law firm, specialising in criminal defence law in the UK. Recognised as industry leaders with offices in Salford and London, employing a wealth of experience and providing expert legal representation and guidance to clients.We are looking for a People Manager with process and operations experience to manage a small team of Legal and Support staff (circa 15 people) Key Responsibilities Core responsibilities for our new People Manager will be: People Lead, coach and mentor a team of legal professionals and operational support staff, provide guidance, direction, and support to ensure high performance and productivity levels;Set clear objectives/KPIs for team, regularly review and monitor performance, provide guidance and support to achieve both business and individual objectives;Monitor and evaluate performance; provide feedback through regular one-to-ones;Support the training and development plans for the team to enhance their competencies; Regularly review talent and capability in the team to manage the talent pipeline; andAdhoc support to the higher management team Processes Co-ordinate and prioritise activities, ensuring tasks are completed accurately within established deadlines and as per firm policies and procedures;Manage resources (holidays, absences, out of office days etc) to minimise business interruption;Analyse existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement to enhance efficiency and effectiveness;Analyse and interpret data to create and maintain operational efficiency and support management decisions;Business reporting, providing business updates; andApprove payments as part of delegated authority. Operations Allocation, delegation and monitoring of tasks and activities of team and managing adherence to deadlines and quality standards;Identify and mitigate operational risks, implementing controls and protocols in line with operational processes;Management of HR processes for team (recruitment, induction, training, performance management etc.); andFlexibility to support issues that may occur out of hours. Person Requirements Proven experience in a leadership role ideally within a legal firm but not essentialKnowledge and understanding of the legal framework;Ability to input and interpret data;A team player and role model to establish a positive team culture, build strong relationships, promote effective communication, and facilitate collaboration and success;Commercially aware and knowledge of setting and delivering business objectives and driving performance; Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and high ethical standards. Skills and competencies Excellent people management skills with experience of recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management;Excellent organisation and time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple priorities;Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and metrics to make informed decisions;Proficiency with MS Office suite and experience with relevant operational software tools;Effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong stakeholder relationships;Solution orientated with the ability to promote and implement prevention strategies; andHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail with excellent standards of spelling and grammar. Qualifications A recognised legal qualification preferred but not essential.A recognised management qualification preferred but not essential. Hours: 40 hours per week/Monday to Friday 8am-5pm with a flexible 1-hour lunch break Benefits: You can enjoy a range of benefits including, free onsite parking, discretionary bonus scheme, Life Insurance benefit, Private Healthcare (tenure based), Pension, Health Cash Plan, Career Progression programme, Onsite gym, Flexible holiday options, Discount memberships, Savings club, Charitable support, Casual dress, Wellness programme, Loyalty incentives and free refreshments. We are also a real living wage employer.*** Don't delay - APPLY NOW ***

Are you looking for a role where you can truly make a difference in the workplace? Are you passionate about people, diversity, and employee wellbeing? If you are excited about the prospect of delivering dynamic people functions in a creative environment where every day brings new challenges, then this role might be the perfect fit for you! Join our People & Culture Team as a People Advisor and play a key role in shaping our company culture. As a People Advisor, your responsibilities will include delivering important people activities, providing guidance on people policies and leading recruitment campaigns. You will also be involved in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, as well as engagement and wellbeing programmes to improve colleague satisfaction. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and want to be part of a supportive and proactive team, apply now to join us in one of our newly-created People Advisor roles! Positions Available 30 hours per week - £21,081.08 - £21,891.89 per annum15 hours per week - £10,540.54 - £10,945.95 per annumRoles are based across Royal & Derngate, Northampton, and The Core at Corby Cube, NN17 1QG. Job Purpose To deliver key people activities for all employees across NAMT, Royal & Derngate (including Northampton Filmhouse), and The Core at Corby Cube. Key Task Areas Effectively manage our computerised systems to organise and maintain all people activities, including recruitment, new starter's information, and employee personal details.Provide managers and colleagues with advice on people policies and procedures.Lead all recruitment campaigns with administrative support from the People Assistant.Act as the operational interface for colleague inductions, ensuring line managers have the resources and support to facilitate a consistent and effective welcome and training process for new team members.Support the development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace.Support the development and implementation of engagement and well-being initiatives to improve colleague satisfaction and foster a supportive working environment. For a full job description, please visit our website. Benefits Complimentary tickets available on selected shows throughout the year10% discount at our bars and theatre shopContributory staff pension - 5% employee and 3% employerEmployee Assistance Programme - Health AssuredFinancial Wellbeing Partner - Commsave Essential Skills Experience Proven experience in the human resources fieldExperience managing computerised systems to organise and maintain people activities and dataDemonstrated involvement in recruitment campaigns and supporting people-related projectsExperience providing advice on people policies and procedures to managers and colleagues Knowledge/Qualifications Strong understanding of employment law, legislation, and General Data Protection RegulationsKnowledge of recruitment and selection practicesCIPD Qualification - Level 3 (or working towards) Skills/Abilities Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks effectivelyExcellent communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders; able to maintain confidentiality and interact with a wide range of peopleProactive with a flexible and adaptable approach Desirable Skills Experience Previous experience in a management capacity within human resourcesExperience in project management and interviewing Knowledge/Qualifications CIPD Qualification - Level 5 Skills/Abilities Budget management capabilitiesCounselling and negotiating skillsFull driving licence and access to a vehicle Closing Date: Monday 30th September 2024Interviews: Thursday 10th October 2024How To Apply Please submit a cover letter (no more than two sides of A4), along with your CV.Your cover letter should include the following: Your relevant experience, knowledge, and skills for the roleWhether you wish to be considered for the 30-hour position, 15-hour position, or bothWhether you have any flexible working requests you would like us to consider We will then email you to acknowledge your application, including a link to complete a video questionnaire and an equal opportunities monitoring form. The video questionnaire will ask you to provide a one-minute answer regarding an area of the people profession you are particularly passionate about. We are an inclusive organisation committed to fair recruitment and equality of opportunity. We particularly welcome applications from those whose backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce and the Arts more widely. We want to encourage socio-economic diversity, as well as representation from ethnically diverse groups, people who identify as D/deaf and disabled and/or those who identify as LGBTQ+. About Company Northamptonshire Arts Management Trust (NAMT) provides shared services for arts venues in the county, from strategic and managerial leadership to show and film programming, IT, administrative, accounting and marketing support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a newly formed team and establish our clients change & consultancy practice that will be embraced across our clients organisation. Your contributions will be crucial in providing a new capability and driving a high-performing, inclusive culture that puts people at the heart of decision making and aligns with our ambitious business strategy. Salary: 80-95K (DOE).Potential hybrid work options x days per week in officePrivate Medical Insurance after probation periodExcellent perks/benefits packageFlexible hours (School run etc)BUPA Cashback planAnnual professional study fees paidHoliday 25 days, plus Public Holidays and Birthday DayFree daily parkingCompany Social EventsLife Assurance 3X Annual salary after probationPension As the People Director, you will play a crucial role in crafting our clients HR and people strategies. Reporting to the CEO/MD, you will be an integral member of the People Leadership team and wider Extended Leadership team. The People Director is a professional who is responsible for developing HR strategies, overseeing operations, and ensuring compliance. They support the human factor, lead HR initiatives, develop culture and provide guidance. The role: Setting and driving a people strategy.You will develop people growth plans that sit perfectly alongside our business growth strategy.You will oversee great quality performance conversations and promote a high performing culture across the business.You will develop effective succession planning and a well-resourced talent pipeline meeting current and future needs of the business.You will champion employee engagement, evaluating, identifying, and addressing engagement trends and measure successful implementationWorking closely with business leaders and line management you provide expert guidance on a variety of people matters.Developing and improving rewards. What you will be doing: Leading a portfolio of initiatives, ensuring all plans are aligned and delivered flawlessly while articulating risks and dependencies.You will develop people growth plans that sit perfectly alongside our business growth strategy.Partnering with senior directors to implement the strategic People, culture, and capability plan.You will collaborate with our central People & Culture team, department heads, managers, and employees to provide guidance, support, and solutions to HR-related challenges, driving initiatives that enhance HR processes, policies, and systems to ensure efficiency and compliance.You will oversee great quality performance conversations and promote a high performing culture across the business.Supporting management teams hands-on, driving initiatives, and resolving grievances.Ensuring seamless hiring and high talent retention with the talent acquisition team.You will champion employee engagement.Executing end-of-year reviews, supporting performance plans, onboarding, and exits.Working closely with business leaders and line management you provide expert guidance on a variety of people matters.Building strong relationships with the leadership team to ensure People plan progress.Promoting change in line with standard methodologies, identifying process improvements, and implementing colleague-centric practices to drive business outcomes.Enhancing leadership and people manager capability through coaching.Designing and implementing programs for employee engagement and well-being.Resolving complex employee issues while maintaining a positive work environment. What our client is looking for: Proven experience in strategic HR leadership with a minimum 4 year experience in a similar role.Diligent and firm with high ethical standards.Senior HR experience at a People Director levelEvidence of people culture development and transformation projects.Experience managing change and transformation, building culture, and focusing on competencies and behaviours.Creativity in everything that you do. You think outside the box in the day to day.Experience in people practices that can be adapted to my clients environment.A true believer in people potential and business culture.A track record of making tough decisions assertively yet humanely.Ability to think strategically and deliver operationally.Experience working in cross-cultural, and interdependent teamsProactive in leading this team and strategy to the next level.Strategic thinking and operational skills to support both the People agenda and overall company strategy.Strong communication and influencing skills to establish trust and respect at all levels.Excellent analytical, planning, and organisational skills.Ideally have an CIPD Level 7 qualification.