Graduate HR Generalist

Graduate HR Generalist CIPD Level 3 or 5 / Manchester / Office-Based / £35K to £40K

Are you a people-focused HR professional at the beginning of your career, who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and helping businesses get the very best from their people? Then this could be the role for you!

Our client is now looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and commercially minded People Professional graduate with some good work experience to join their growing team in Manchester. This is a varied, people-focused role where no two days are the same. From employee relations and recruitment to training, development and improving HR processes, you will play a key role in supporting HR.

Working across multiple locations, both nationally and internationally, where you will build relationships at all levels and play an important part in supporting the continued growth of the company.

What's in it for you?

• A competitive salary of £35,000 to £40,000 per annum
• A company pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee assistance program, Perkbox, and free on-site parking
• A varied and rewarding role with exposure to the full employee lifecycle.
• The opportunity to work across different businesses, departments and locations.
• Direct exposure to senior managers, with the opportunity to influence decisions.
• The chance to contribute ideas, develop initiatives and improve how HR operates.
• A supportive working environment where your contribution will be valued.
• Opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and career.

Key Responsibilities for The HR Generalist:

You'll take ownership of a broad range of HR activities, supporting the HR Manager including:

• Employee Relations
• Recruitment & Onboarding
• HR Operations
• Performance & Development
• Continuous Improvement

Skills and Experience Required:

We're looking for someone who is approachable, organised and confident, with the ability to balance people priorities with the commercial needs of the business.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in a broad HR generalist or People Professional role.
• Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, absence and performance management.
• A sound understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to work with people at all levels.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach and the ability to use your initiative.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office / Google Workspace and HR systems.
• A CIPD Level 3 or Level 5 qualification (or working towards one) would be advantageous.

Ready for your next move?

If you're an ambitious HR professional looking for a role where you can broaden your experience, build strong working relationships and make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.