People & Culture Manager

Are you a People & Culture Manager who is looking to work part time within the charity sector?

TPP are working in partnership with the Henry Smith Charity to recruit their next People & Culture Manager.

The Henry Smith Charity is an independent grant making trust that was, established in 1628 by Henry Smith.

The charity's mission is to utilise its resources to assist individuals and communities in times of need, aiming to bring about positive change by funding organisations that work to reduce social and economic disadvantage.

The role is initially on a 12 month fixed term contract working 21 hours per week over 3 days.

They offer an excellent hybrid working policy, which will see you split your time between their office in King Cross and working remotely. The expectations are to work 1 day per week in the office but there will need to be some flexibility on occasions.

This is a really exciting time to join a small, but busy team. You will be overseeing operational HR, as well as being involved in some strategic project work.

To be considered for the role, you will be qualified to CIPD level 5 or have relevant equivalent experience. The People & Culture Manager will be able to evidence a consistent and ongoing commitment to continuing professional development in employment law and practice during their career.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 per annum (pro-rated)
• A 24-hour counselling helpline, providing employees with up to six counselling sessions
• Access to a company doctor scheme and BUPA medical insurance
• Support from Mental Health First Aiders
• A strong commitment to learning and development through individual, team, and all-staff training and workshops

About the role: 

The People and Culture Manager will provide comprehensive and professional HR support across the charity and will collaborate with the Senior People and Culture Manager and People and Culture Assistant to ensure the people and culture strategy is effectively delivered. 

Main responsibilities of the role include:

Employee Relations

• Provide HR advice and support to managers and staff.
• Guide managers on employee relations issues including performance, grievances, disciplinary
• Capture lessons from cases to inform continuous improvement.
   

Recruitment & Induction

• Lead end to end recruitment, onboarding, and probation processes in line with charity values and DEI.
• Oversee induction administration, right-to-work checks and contract preparation.
  
  

Policy & Practice

• Help review and update HR policies to reflect best practice.
• Embed organisational values and DEI across all HR processes.
• Assist with HR reporting and support staff engagement, wellbeing, and development.
  
  

Strategic Projects

• Support delivery of People and Culture strategy, including HR systems and reward review.
• Help develop and manage professional development and performance frameworks.
• Plan and coordinate training to equip managers in supporting team development.
  
  

We encourage applications from all backgrounds, as we believe diverse perspectives enhance our work.

How to Apply: 

If you are interested in applying for this role through TPP Recruitment, then please do so by sending your CV to hr@tpp.co.uk quoting reference J81926 - JC

Time Scales

• Applications Close: Friday, 25th April
• Shortlisting: Wednesday 30th April
• First stage interviews onsite: Wednesday, 7th May
• Second stage virtual interview: Monday 12th May
   

We strongly encourage applications from all sections of society and underrepresented groups, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement.

We are reviewing CVs as they come in. Please contact joe.clifford@tpp.co.uk or call 020 7198 6000 to discuss this opportunity further.

TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn’t quite right for you, please do check out our website www.tpp.co.uk and pop your CV over to us!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.