Human Resources Manager

About the role

The Collège Français Bilingue de Londres is seeking an experienced, proactive Human Resources Manager to lead its HR function. Reporting to the Head of Finance and Administration, you will sit on the Senior Leadership Team and work closely with the Headteacher and safeguarding lead to ensure a compliant, people‑focused service.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to align HR services with school operations and compliance requirements.
• Provide practical advice on employee relations, conduct, capability, performance, grievances and absence management.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle: contracts, records, documentation, benefits administration and onboarding.
• Coordinate safer recruitment processes and maintain the Single Central Register and safeguarding employment checks.
• Act as the point of contact for visa, right‑to‑work and sponsor compliance matters.
• Prepare monthly payroll information and support payroll queries.
• Maintain HR systems, policies and staff communications.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing HR in a complex, multi‑cultural environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Excellent judgement on compliance, safeguarding and employment law.
• Ability to work hands‑on in a busy school setting and influence senior stakeholders.
• Member of senior leadership, reporting to finance and collaborating with teaching and operational teams.

Required skills