This individual brings a strong, diverse, and well‑rounded professional background, having held senior roles within HR leadership as well as operating at C‑suite level as an Executive Assistant and Company Secretary. They have a proven track record in strategic development, successfully driving operational performance while maintaining a proactive, people‑centred approach in every role they undertake.
They demonstrate a consultative and highly collaborative working style, consistently placing people at the core of organisational success. With a comprehensive skill set and extensive knowledge across multiple business areas, this individual brings depth, versatility, and a strong ability to influence, support, and enhance business performance through both strategic insight and hands on delivery.
Exposure includes:
- Establishing the HR function — Led the creation and development of a full HR infrastructure within an SME, including defining the HR strategy, building foundational processes, and establishing HR as a trusted business partner across the organisation.
- Implementing HR and payroll systems — Oversaw end‑to‑end implementation of HRIS and payroll platforms, ensuring seamless integration, accurate data migration, and the development of efficient workflows, policies, and compliance‑aligned procedures.
- Managing Employee Relations — Acted as the primary point of contact for all Employee Relations matters, leading disciplinary and grievance processes, providing guidance to managers, and ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.
- Developing core HR documentation — Created, maintained, and enhanced the Employee Handbook, ensuring policies reflected current legislation and best practice. Successfully launched and embedded the company’s Employee Assistance Program to support wellbeing and engagement.
- Executive‑level HR support — Partnered closely with the Chairman and Remuneration Committee during annual review cycles, providing data‑driven insights, salary benchmarking, and recommendations to support strategic reward decisions.
- Corporate governance and board support — Coordinated governance activities including board and committee meetings, preparing documentation, minutes, and compliance materials to ensure effective oversight and decision‑making.
- AGM preparation and reporting – Led preparation for Annual General Meetings, producing annual and interim reports, ensuring statutory requirements were met, and supporting senior leadership in presenting organisational performance and strategic direction.
Software knowledge: Advanced MS Office packages and SAGE line 50
Qualifications: CIPD level 5
Notice period: Available immediately
Candidate ref: 89978
To discuss this candidate or request a full CV, please contact:
Rachel Paul – 01252 718777