Your new company

Hays is delighted to partner with a well-established organisation based in Edinburgh City Centre, who are seeking an experienced HR Manager to provide cover for approximately 3 months. This role is critical to maintaining continuity, supporting operational teams and leading an established HR function.

Your new role

• Leading and developing the HR and Payroll team through regular one-to-ones, guidance and performance feedback
• Reviewing working practices and driving continuous improvement across HR service delivery
• Providing expert HR advice and support to Heads of Service and Managers on operational and corporate matters
• Managing a wide range of employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance management and employment tribunal matters
• Supporting recruitment and selection processes where required
• Advising on wellbeing matters, including Working Time Directive compliance and health monitoring

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience operating at HR Manager level in a fast-paced environment
• Strong, hands-on employee relations case management experience
• In-depth knowledge of HR policy, employment law and best practice
• Demonstrable experience of leading and developing HR teams
• The ability to quickly integrate into an organisation and build effective working relationships
• A pragmatic, confident and delivery-focused approach, ideal for a short-term assignment

What you'll get in return

• A competitive hourly rate, full-time hours, flexible hybrid working
• The opportunity to make an immediate impact in a key leadership role
• A collaborative, supportive working environment
• A well-defined, focused assignment with clear priorities

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.