HR Manager - Hybrid

| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Sevenoaks |
| Area | Sevenoaks, Kent |
| Sector | Business Support - HR |
| Salary | £50,000 |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Job Ref | AL722191 |
| Job Views | 34 |
- Description
Kenneth Brian Associates are recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing commercial services company based in Sevenoaks. We are seeking a hands-on HR Manager to join the business and help build and shape the HR function, ensuring robust policies and compliance.
You will lead people operations, manage payroll, drive engagement, and implement HR technology, combining operational leadership with strategic projects and providing real scope to make an impact.
This is a hybrid role, working 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, 3 days in the office and 2 from home.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage payroll, HR administration, and employee relations, line managing an HR Administrator
- Oversee disciplinary, grievance, and investigation processes, advising line managers on policies and UK employment law
- Manage recruitment, onboarding, appraisals, and training compliance
- Lead engagement initiatives, embed company values, and support retention
- Implement HR systems, process improvements, and dashboards to enhance efficiency and reporting
- Support the HR Director with workforce planning, reporting, and strategic HR projects
To be successful:
- Experienced HR generalist with payroll management and UK employment law knowledge
- CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards, ideally
- Experience managing a direct report in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
Desirable:
- Bright HR Payroll experience
- Experience with AI-driven HR technology or process automation
