HR Manager

Woolston, Warrington
CMR Jobs Limited

Location: Warrington (hybrid working to be considered post-probation)
Salary: £40,000 £45,000 depending on experience

An established and growing business in Warrington is looking for a proactive and organised HR Manager to take charge of their office operations and people processes. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys variety, from HR coordination and compliance through to keeping the office running smoothly and supporting an engaged, high-performing team.

The Role
You ll be responsible for managing day-to-day HR and office operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and a positive working environment. Reporting into senior leadership, you ll have a key role in shaping processes and supporting the business as it continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities
HR & People Operations

• Manage employee records, contracts, and onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Support recruitment logistics including posting job ads and coordinating interviews.
• Oversee absence, holiday and sickness tracking via the HR system.
• Administer payroll inputs and liaise with finance for monthly processing.
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks.
• Coordinate probation reviews, appraisals and learning & development tracking.
• Ensure compliance with right-to-work, GDPR and employment legislation.

Office Management

• Manage office supplies, facilities and relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Act as point of contact for building management, insurance and health & safety compliance.
• Keep the office environment organised and professional, including meeting rooms and communal areas.
• Oversee company asset register and attendance systems.

Travel & Events

• Coordinate travel bookings, visas and itineraries for business trips.
• Organise internal events, team celebrations and offsite meetings.

About You

• Proven experience in an Office Manager or HR Generalist/Manager role.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of HR systems, payroll coordination, and employment law.
• Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, approachable, and discreet.
• Highly reliable with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Enjoys working with people and creating a positive team culture.