54 contract manager jobs found

Location: Bristol (Hybrid) 💷 Salary: £35,663 - £41,710 and a Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% 🕒 Contract Type: Fixed term up to 12 months with a possibility of the role becoming permanent - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time We are looking for someone to hit the ground running, with the same enthusiasm and drive as our colleagues across the VCA, to make a real difference. Our HR team provides an invaluable role, delivering support to colleagues, stakeholders and customers, in the UK and overseas. It’s important our team work harmoniously to perform at their best and inspire others daily. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Responsible for the completion of payroll reconciliation on a monthly basis, ensuring that any issues are raised and actioned with our shared service payroll provider. * Provide support in the implementation of the new payroll (shared services) system. * Responsible department for the...

Job Title: HR Manager Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 6 months Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced HR Manager to lead their People Services team! Are you passionate about developing people, ensuring compliance, and creating a positive employee experience. About the Role: As the HR Manager, you'll be at the heart of our People Services team, supervising both UK-based People Services Coordinators and overseas to deliver efficient and effective HR administration, data management, and advisory support while ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements across all countries in which they operate. Key Responsibilities: Provide hands-on HR support and ensure accurate data, effective administration, and processes throughout the employee life cycle. Maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance across all People Services activities. Supervise the People Services team, ensuring a structured work schedule that meets operational demands. Build strong...

Contract Project Manager – Full Payroll Technology Rollout Location: Woking (occasional onsite attendance required) Contract: Outside IR35 Duration: Initial 3 months (with strong possibility of extension) Sector: Restaurant, Fast Food, Retail The Role We are seeking an experienced Contract Project Manager to lead a full end‑to‑end payroll and workforce management technology rollout within a multi‑site business. This is a delivery‑focused assignment, suited to a Project Manager with proven experience implementing new technology platforms from discovery through to go‑live and stabilisation, ideally within restaurant, fast‑food, or retail environments. The role will involve managing the complete lifecycle of the technology implementation, including vendor coordination, business readiness, data migration, testing, and change adoption. While the role is largely flexible, candidates must be able to attend the Woking office occasionally for key workshops and stakeholder sessions....

Job Role: HR Business Partner Work Location: London  Contract length: 12 months  Purpose of Role: • The HRBP will provide HR support to designated business areas utilising a range of HR skills and tools. The HRBP is responsible for the development and application of appropriate HR procedures and practices in order to ensure the business is a high performing work unit. Critical Responsibilities (MAE/MATTE/HSES): • Ensuring that all activities are carried out in a safe manner complying with all regulatory requirements, legislation and HSES Procedures Ethics and Compliance Responsibilities: • Ensure that all activities and behaviours are carried out in accordance with Ethics and Compliance Policies and Procedures, and to complete any compulsory compliance training as required Areas of Accountability, Responsibility and Competence: • Inform managers, supervisors and employees on HR issues • Facilitate on disciplinary and grievance issues by providing advice and support...

Job Title: HR Advisor Salary: £42,000- £43,000 Benefits: 25 days holiday, private healthcare, 5% pension Duration: 6 month contract Initially - with the view of permanent Location: Luton Hours: Mon-Fri - 8.30 - 4.30 or 9.00am - 5.00pm What you want to know about this employer · Hugely successful global leader in technically advanced equipment a market leader, with over 80 years in the industry and still growing · An extremely well organised, structured business with a warm family feel, a traditional yet down to earth culture Purpose of role To provide HR support support, advice and guidance to Management and employees while ensuring effective employee relations, legal compliance, and a positive, workplace Responsibilities: Employee Relations Management Manage and advise on all employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence, and performance issues, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies. Business Partnering & Manager...

Payroll Manager City of London 9 Months Plus Fixed term contract £65,000 - £80,000 Portfolio Payroll is delighted to be partnering with a Global Financial services firm based in the City of London. They are seeking a Payroll Manager on a 9 months plus FTC basis. They are hiring a Senior Payroll Manager to lead and evolve its payroll function across the business. This is a senior, strategic role for a true payroll leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys partnering closely with HR, Finance, and senior stakeholders. Reporting into senior leadership, you will take ownership of the groups payroll strategy, ensuring operational excellence while driving transformation and continuous improvement. Key responsibilities: Leading payroll operations across the group, with core responsibility within the UK. Managing and developing a small, high-performing payroll team. Designing and executing the payroll strategy, aligned with wider business objectives Owning and...

Interim Human Resources Manager Telford Fixed term Contract – 6 – 9 months 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday Circa £50,000 depending on experience We are working with an established and values-driven organisation who are seeking an experienced Interim Human Resources Manager to lead the delivery of a proactive, high-quality HR service during a period of transition. This is a senior operational role requiring a confident HR professional who can advise leadership, manage complex employee relations matters, and ensure compliance with employment legislation. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders to support organisational objectives while fostering a positive and professional working environment. This role is initially being offered on a Fixed Term Contract basis however there is a reasonable chance this role may become Strategic HR Support * Partner with senior leadership to implement people strategies aligned with organisational priorities * Provide...

Senior HR Manager (6-Month FTC) We are working with an industry leading client on the lookout for an experienced and confident Senior HR Manager to join their team in Warwick on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a senior leadership role requiring a seasoned HR professional who can hit the ground running, operate with limited supervision, and confidently engage stakeholders at all levels — from frontline colleagues through to Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Reporting directly to senior leadership, this role will lead and manage a geographically dispersed HR team, acting as a coach, mentor, and escalation point for complex employee relations matters, while providing clear oversight of the overall ER landscape across the organisation. This is a hands-on role where you will personally manage complex and high-risk cases, hear appeals, and support the Extended Leadership Team on confidential matters — including managing and investigating “Speak Up” (Whistleblowing) cases received via...

HR Manager – St Albans (Hybrid) Up to £60,000 + Benefits | 6-12 Month Fixed Term Contract This is a hands-on HR leadership role supporting both the UK head office and international subsidiaries of a global technology business. As HR Manager, you’ll lead on a range of core people functions, from recruitment and onboarding to policy development, performance management, and employee engagement. You’ll oversee employee records, manage HR systems and documentation, and play a key part in driving compliance, employee wellbeing, and organisational development. Acting as a key point of contact for both staff and management, you’ll provide practical HR advice and guidance, while managing a small team and supporting the development of the wider HR function across the group. What’s on offer: You’ll work in a collaborative and engaging environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. In return, you’ll benefit from private healthcare, life insurance, a pension scheme, flexible working,...

HR Advisor Contract: 6 months  Location: Chester area (predominantly site-based) Rates: £19 - £21 per hour PAYE (DOE)  Hours: 35 hours per week (4.5-day working week, between 7am–7pm) The Role: An established global organisation is seeking an HR Advisor to join their HR function on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a hands-on, transactional HR role, supporting HR Business Partners to ensure policies, processes and employee lifecycle activities are delivered consistently and in line with legislation and internal frameworks. Key Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day support to HR Business Partners across the business • Support deployment of HR campaigns and initiatives • Act as a key contact for HR systems including Workday (MyPulse) and SAP • Manage transactional HR activities across the employee lifecycle (hire to retire) • Prepare and support reviews, ensuring timely and accurate manager inputs • Support absence management,...

SAP Business Analyst Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £27.30/hr (Inside IR35) Are you ready to elevate your career and make a tangible impact in the logistics and automotive sector? This is your chance to join a dynamic and forward-thinking company as an SAP Business Analyst. With a focus on innovation, this role offers you the opportunity to work on cutting-edge SAP S/4HANA systems while collaborating with industry experts to deliver exceptional results. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect role for you. What You Will Do: • Identify and analyse business needs, conducting requirements gathering to define scope and objectives for SAP ERP applications integrated with business processes and IT infrastructure. • Make recommendations for solutions or improvements to business processes that can be accomplished through SAP modules. • Research business requirements, develop detailed...

Location: UK (Hybrid working available) Contract Type: Temporary | Full-time About the Role We are working with a large, multi-site UK organisation to recruit an experienced P11D Payroll Specialist. This role sits within a well-established payroll and reward function and is responsible for the accurate preparation, reporting, and submission of P11D and P11D(b) returns, alongside related HMRC compliance.This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with strong benefits-in-kind knowledge who enjoys working in a complex, high-volume environment and collaborating with finance, HR, and reward teams. Key Responsibilities Prepare, review, and submit annual P11D and P11D(b) returns in line with HMRC requirements Calculate and reconcile benefits in kind (e.g. company cars, fuel, private medical, accommodation, expenses) Ensure accurate application of Class 1A NICs and manage related payments Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather benefit and payroll data across...

Job Advertisement: Employee Relations Specialist Location: London (Hybrid) Duration: 6 months (potential extension) Working Pattern: Full Time Hourly Rate: £28.44 Our client is seeking an Employee Relations Specialist with experience in higher Education/Healthcare to provide senior ER expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional to make a significant impact on employee relations practises. Job Purpose: As the Employee Relations Specialist, you will lead complex and high-risk cases, ensuring a seamless ER service and building capability across the HR Business Partnering team. Your role will uphold high standards in ER practise, governance, and record keeping, while fostering constructive relationships with managers and trade unions. Key Responsibilities: 1. Intake, Triage, and Case Allocation: - Operate the single front door for ER, triaging new cases and allocating ownership with clear next steps. - Apply escalation triggers for high-risk matters,...

Employee Relations Operations Administrator Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £21.95/hr (Inside IR35) Location: Halewood Are you ready to take the next step in your HR career? This is your chance to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as an Employee Relations Operations Administrator. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow and develop within the field of Employee Relations while working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you're someone who thrives on making a real impact, enjoys collaboration, and has a passion for delivering exceptional HR support, this could be the perfect role for you. What You Will Do: • Provide expert support for short-term and long-term absence cases, ensuring timely interventions and tailored support plans. • Collaborate with Occupational Health services to improve employee outcomes and reduce absence durations. • Deliver absence management training to stakeholders, empowering them to handle...

Job Title: Recruitment Coordinator Location: Hybrid working with 2 days weekly travel to our Keele office Rate: £13.50 p/h Duration: Temporary Ongoing We're looking for a Recruiter / Sourcer to join our growing team and support recruitment delivery across a range of client programmes. In this role, you'll take ownership of sourcing candidate for our high volume recruitment campaigns, managing them through the recruitment lifecycle, and ensuring service levels and performance targets are consistently met. You'll work closely with Recruiters, Account Managers, Recruitment Business Partners, and hiring managers to build strong talent pipelines and deliver a positive candidate and client experience. What you'll be doing Working within our high volume recruitment campaign team Screen and interview candidates against agreed criteria Manage candidates from pre-screen through to offer or rejection Support our Onboarding team with pre employment checks Prepare shortlists and...

Are you looking for a busy and rewarding payroll role within a supportive and welcoming team? This client is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join their friendly payroll department on a 12-month fixed term contract on a part time basis This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely payroll services. The Role As Payroll Assistant, you will support the delivery of end-to-end payroll services, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. Working within a collaborative and experienced team, your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the processing of monthly payroll Inputting and checking payroll data including starters, leavers, and contractual changes Supporting with statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) Handling payroll queries in a professional and timely manner Maintaining accurate employee records Supporting pension administration tasks where required This is a busy role...

Job Title: HR Advisor Location: Doncaster DN1 (Hybrid) Hours: 37 Hours Per Week Type: Temporary ongoing We are recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor to provide a professional and proactive generalist HR service across a broad range of people matters. This role will support the delivery of key People Strategy initiatives while partnering with managers to provide expert advice across employee relations, organisational change, wellbeing, and policy development. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with strong ER casework experience who enjoys balancing operational HR support with wider strategic people projects. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Manage complex Employee Relations casework through to conclusion, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and dismissals Provide expert advice on HR policies, employment law, procedures, and best practice Act as Investigating Officer for disciplinary and grievance matters where required Coach...

Employee Relations Analyst Reference: (phone number removed) Umbrella Rate: £27.30/hr (Inside IR35) Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a role that combines strategic impact with meaningful employee engagement? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company as an Employee Relations Analyst, where you will play a key role in fostering a positive and inclusive workplace environment. With a focus on employee satisfaction, motivation, and communication, this position offers you the opportunity to make a significant difference while working on innovative projects in a dynamic setting. What You Will Do: • Implement initiatives designed to boost employee morale, motivation, and satisfaction while reducing turnover, such as engagement surveys, diversity programmes, and onboarding strategies. • Coach managers and employees through the performance management process, ensuring alignment with organisational goals. • Conduct training sessions to enhance...

Our client is seeking an experienced HR professional to join their team on an 8-month fixed-term basis. They are open to appointing at HR Advisor or HR Manager level, depending on experience. It is essential that you have Cascade HR System experience What’s in it for you? * Salary: up to £60k depending on experience * Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm, office based * 22 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday (increasing with length of service) * Free parking * Private medical insurance * Life insurance * Discretionary annual bonus * Salary exchange pension * Employee assistance programme * Online discount programme Key responsibilities: * Provide hands-on HR support across the full employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on employee relations (disciplinary, grievance, performance and absence cases). * Support and coach managers, ensuring HR matters are handled in line with employment law and best practice. * Deliver end-to-end...

Job Title: Employee Relations Analyst / Employee Relations Professional Location: Castle Bromwich, Birmingham Rate: £27.21ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £20.35ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (To 4th June 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Employee Relations work is focused on promoting a positive workplace environment through employee communication and engagement including: * Implementing measures to increase employee morale, motivation and satisfaction, while reducing turnover (e.g., employee engagement surveys, work lifestyle programs, on-boarding programs, diversity and inclusion programs and training, etc.) * Conducting training sessions for managers to improve employee relations and people skills * Managing employee relations issues (e.g., investigating employee and/or supervisor complaints regarding conduct, performance, or attendance, mediation between employees, monitoring diversity/equal...