Senior HR Manager

Senior HR Manager - £50,000 - London, W10

The Role

Do you have extensive HR experience and a knack for developing effective policies? Are you ready to make a significant impact within a charity? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We're seeking a Senior HR Manager to join our team at The Westway Trust, a unique charity transforming North Kensington through social, environmental and economic initiatives.

In this pivotal role, you'll provide high-quality HR support, ensuring our policies and procedures are up-to-date and effective. You'll also lead on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), ensuring a fair and inclusive workplace for all.

Please note this is a 2-year fixed term contract with a 35-hour week.

If you're a talented HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality support to the Head of Governance and HR, including timely and relevant updates and reports for the Executive Team.
• Deputise for the Head of Governance and HR in meetings with the Executive Team.
• Ensure up-to-date HR policies are in place and reviewed regularly, identifying and developing new policies as needed.
• Lead the implementation of the Trust’s EDI policy and ensure HR-related recommendations from the Tutu Foundation review are actioned.
• Investigate staff grievances and external complaints, propose realistic recommendations, and write detailed reports.
• Support the preparations for the Investors in People (IiP) external assessment in 2024.
• Develop and implement a Cultural Competency Framework.
• Respond to HR-related Subject Access Requests.
• Cover key elements of the HR Business Partner role when required.
• Work with the HR Business Partner on staff recruitment and selection processes, including serving on interview panels for senior roles.
• Develop and analyse human capital metrics to demonstrate the impact of our people strategies.

The Company

Westway Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity located in the heart of Portobello, West London. Established as a beacon of community-driven change, the Westway Trust is rooted in the heart of North Kensington. As a Westway Trust employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fulfilling environment while making a meaningful difference.

The Person

• A professional HR qualification (CIPD or equivalent), or currently studying towards one.
• Extensive experience in HR operations and policy development, preferably within a charity.
• Strong understanding of employment law and legislative changes.
• Enthusiastic about EDI with creative and engaging communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a complex and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates the Trust’s values of Courage, Equity, Integrity, Openness, and Sustainability.