We are searching for an experienced HR Talent and Culture Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to attract and retain top talent while fostering a positive agency culture that promotes employee engagement and satisfaction. With a team of 60+, we have offices in Kendal and Manchester.
Location: Kendal / Manchester / North West/ Remote UK (While we do provide the option of remote work, this role must have regular face-to-face check-ins with the teams at our primary offices located in Kendal and Manchester.)
Reporting to the Commercial Director you will work closely with all heads of departments in providing support on all aspects of HR including recruitment, benefits, employee relations and talent management.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced HR, ideally with a background in an agency and familiarity working in a standalone role.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment
- Develop and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent in the digital marketing PR & SEO industry.
- Partner with Heads of Departments to understand their talent needs and create job descriptions and job postings that accurately reflect those needs.
- Use social media and other digital channels to promote our brand as an employer of choice and attract a diverse pool of candidates.
- Conduct interviews and assess candidates to ensure that they have the skills and experience needed to succeed in their roles.
People Administration
- Independently advising on HR Policies, Procedures & Administration
- Oversee and support HODs and Line Managers with annual leave sign-off and fair usage across the agency
- Keeping the team up to date on new starters, leavers and any policies.
- Conduct exit interviews for any leavers.
- Keep all employee files and records, including contracts up to date.
- Review and update all perks usage.
New employee onboarding
- New employee contracts
- Develop and execute new starter onboarding and induction programs that ensure new hires are set up for success and feel welcomed and supported
Employee Engagement
- Support all HODs’ and Line Managers to conduct thorough performance reviews, and provide feedback and action development plans.
- Develop and execute training and development programs that enhance employee skills and knowledge, and support career growth and progression plans
- Manage employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary actions
- Promote a positive agency culture that aligns with our core values and fosters employee engagement and satisfaction
- Develop and execute employee recognition programs to celebrate employee achievements and promote a positive work environment
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in HR, talent management, and company culture, and incorporate those into our strategies and programs.
- Leading the Social Committee with organising team events, charity events, team building and bi-annual team get-togethers.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or similar qualification in a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in HR, talent management or a related field.
- Experience working in an agency or similar environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with employees, managers, and external partners
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making
- Knowledge of HR best practices and regulations, including employment law and compliance requirements
- Ability to lead, influence, and motivate individuals and teams
- Experience in talent management software, such as HiBob
- Passion for implementing and promoting a positive company culture and supporting employee engagement and satisfaction
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What we’ll offer you…
The successful candidate will enjoy benefits including:
- A salary of up to £36,000 p/a – dependent upon experience.
- Ongoing internal and external training (including an annual training budget to spend as you wish)
- Opportunity to progress your career and build the HR team.
- Flexible working.
- A relaxed, creative but productive working environment.
- An opportunity to attend industry conferences and awards nights … globally!
- Being part of a team that wants to support your professional growth and see you succeed.
- Unlimited paid holiday.
- A brand new MacBook
To apply…
If you think you have what it takes to join Digitaloft as HR Talent & Culture Manager, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send a copy of your CV and a cover letter to nina@digitaloft.co.uk
