HR Manager – 3‑Month Interim (Hybrid)

About the role

This 3‑month interim contract supports an education and training organisation undergoing a major people transformation programme. Working hybrid from Addlestone, you will partner with senior leadership to redesign the HR function, improve processes and embed robust systems and controls.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the review and enhancement of HR processes, policies and procedures across the business.
• Own organisational change initiatives, including consultation, restructuring and workforce planning projects.
• Support the professionalisation of the HR function by identifying efficiency and consistency opportunities.
• Review existing HR systems and assist with the implementation or optimisation of people‑technology platforms.
• Maintain accurate HR records, documentation and compliance processes.
• Ensure adherence to UK employment legislation and internal governance requirements.
• Act as a trusted HR partner to leadership teams, providing both operational and strategic advice.

Required profile

• Proven experience in a HR Manager or senior HR role.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Demonstrated experience improving HR processes, systems and operating models.
• Previous involvement in HR transformation, professionalisation or change projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands‑on environments.
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent) desirable.
• Experience in education, training, professional services or multi‑site environments beneficial.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of the organisation’s people function.
• Direct influence over HR processes, systems and ways of working.
• Close partnership with senior leadership during a period of positive change.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Competitive daily rate of £250–£350 (inside IR35).