HR Manager

Job Description:

HR Manager Opportunity - Supported Living Provider In Hertfordshire

Location: Hertfordshire (with travel across London & Home Counties as required)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum

Gilbert Meher are working with a supported living provider based in Hertfordshire who are dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, and community-focused supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, acquired brain injuries, and complex needs.

They are seeking an HR Manager to lead our HR function and play a key role in shaping and delivering our people strategy. Reporting to the Financial Director, this is an exciting opportunity to influence organisational culture and support the growth of a committed and passionate workforce.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will:

• Lead and develop HR strategies aligned to organisational goals.
• Partner with senior managers to drive cultural change and embed positive workplace values.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and talent development.
• Champion employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practices.
• Analyse HR metrics to inform decision-making and support continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop HR & Admin colleagues, building capability across the team.

About You

They are looking for a perceptive, strategic, and people-focused leader with the confidence to engage at all levels and the skills to influence positive change.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 7 CIPD qualification (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years’ experience in a senior HR leadership role.
• Proven ability to design and deliver HR strategies that support business goals.
• Strong background in employee relations, recruitment, and organisational development.
• Experience using HR systems and data to shape strategy.

Desirable:

• Qualification in leadership, health & social care, or health & safety (e.g. IOSH/NEBOSH).
• Experience within the social care sector or other regulated environments.
• Knowledge of CQC regulations and sector commissioning.

Skills & Qualities They Value:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate vision into action.
• Motivational leadership style with a collaborative approach.
• Ethical, innovative, and committed to “doing the right thing.”
• Highly organised, resilient, and able to manage competing priorities.

Why Join Them?

You’ll be part of an organisation that:

• Puts people first – both the people we support and our colleagues.
• Encourages innovation, learning, and professional growth.
• Champions a positive, supportive culture where everyone can thrive.

How to Apply

If would like to find out more and you are ready to take on a strategic leadership role where your work makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply today or get in touch with Jason here at Gilbert Meher.

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