HR Manager

JOB TITLE:                                HR Manager

  RESPONSIBLE TO:                Global HR, Legal & Compliance Director

MAIN LOCATION:                    Kings Cross London, with Flexible Working Policy

Objective:

To provide support across the HR function and the wider APG team, to manage, implement and deliver best practice across all 7 APG entities. This role offers the opportunity to take on a range of responsibilities across the HR function and beyond, implementing new initiatives to ensure company culture remains at the center of all that we do.  The People & Culture Manager will develop strong relationships with people managers across the business, to ensure appropriate steps are taken as and where required to manage performance, engagement, training and development and succession planning to ensure a sustainable future for our global teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Global HR Director to drive and implement strategy to align with HR policies and practices
  
• Develop, maintain and implement HR systems, processes, policies and infrastructure that align with strategic objectives – including carrying out annual review to ensure compliance with local laws and legislation
• Developing and implementing best practices across the whole employee lifecycle including all employer obligations (legal and ethical) and a consistently positive employment experience.

• Manage the Sustainability strategy in line with the ISO 26000 guidelines, liaising with Suppliers and Customers to promote engagement in alignment with the SBTi approved near and long term goals (2030 & 2050)
• Manage employee relations cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing strategic HR input and guidance.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and build strong relationships across the business.
• Work with managers to create a culture which supports APG’s core values and strategy
• Oversight of the payroll process, collaborate with Finance team in the process
• Ensure that all data for payroll is processed accurately

Essential Skills:

• CIPD level 5 or equivalent experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• The ability to work under pressure
• The ability to work with personnel from all levels

Additional Requirements:

• In addition to the responsibilities listed above the post holder may be required to perform other duties assigned by the Senior Management Team from time-to-time. Subject to adequate experience and/or training.
• To participate in the annual performance appraisal process and objective scheme.
• To work in accordance with all APG policies including Health and Safety, Employment, Staff, Quality and Environmental.
• To adhere to company wide information security policies, as outlined and agreed within the first month of employment.
• It’s important during the employment with APG and anytime thereafter that any information relating to APG is treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Why APG?

Within APG, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Therefore, we work to create a positive, inclusive, social environment that allows our team to thrive and develop both personally and professionally to support our growing global business.

In addition to a positive company culture that puts our internal team first, you will also be eligible for;

• Flexible Working Policy – offering the option to work both from home and our vibrant, modern offices – with free Barista, social events and onsite bar available
• Monthly Wellness Allowance
• 2 Volunteer Days per year
• 33 Days holiday (inclusive of public holidays) & additional Birthday Holiday Allowance
  
• Access to EAP in addition to internal Mental Health First Aiders
• Competitive Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Competitive Bonus scheme
• Bike2Work Scheme

EQUALITY OF OPPORTUNITY IS COMPANY POLICY