HR Manager

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About The Role

Wilson James are seeking a skilled and dedicated HR Manager with a focus on Employee Relations to join their Aviation sector team at Heathrow Airport. In this role you will deliver high-quality, consistent HR advice and support to both employees and managers, focusing on employee relations as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert. Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, you'll provide proactive, professional, and data-driven HR guidance to operational managers and employee community of approximately 2,000 people. Leading the Employee Relations function and managing a small team across several sites, you'll play a key role in helping Wilson James achieve its ambitious objectives in the fast-paced aviation and transport sector. Developing and sustaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, including operational directors, senior management, HR colleagues, line managers, and employees, will be essential to your success in this impactful role.

About You

Wilson James are looking for:

• Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment legislation and case law
• Employee Relations specific experience at a similar level within a proven background of managing complex employee relations matters and formal consultations
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders regardless of seniority
• Experience of managing a small team
• Exceptional written skills with a particular emphasis on attention to detail
• Outstanding organisation skills with the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines
• Excellent data requirement definition and interpretation skills
• Team leadership and team player skills, with experience of coaching and supporting others

The following skills and attributes are desirable:

• CIPD qualified
• Experience of TUPE legislation and management of the end-to-end process
• Previous experience of working alongside trade unions in a unionised environment
• Familiarity of aviation industry
• Understanding of impact and complexities of shift working

About The Company

Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5,000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, they are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, Wilson James prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining this company offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.

What you will get from Wilson James as HR Manager:

• The Role - 5 days a week office based with some flexibility and regional travel required
• Company Sick Pay
• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays with an annual leave purchase scheme
• Company Pension scheme
• Life Assurance scheme
• Access to an Online GP Service for you and your dependents
• Learning & Development - Wilson James actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses
• Health and Wellbeing - access to mental health support specialists