HR Manager – Pennells Garden Centres
Based In-person at the Lincoln Garden Centre but must be able to travel to Sleaford and Cleethorpes as required.
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
About Us
Pennells is a long-established, family-run business with a proud heritage and a strong reputation across our three garden centre sites. We employ around 220 people, many of whom have been with us for years, reflecting the close-knit and supportive culture we’ve built over time.
As we continue to grow, we’re investing in our people and processes, while staying true to our values – creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and part of something bigger.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a hands-on HR Manager role where you can make a real impact. Working closely with the Managing Director and site managers, you’ll help shape and develop our approach to people management as the business evolves.
We’re looking for someone who can bring structure and experience, while fitting in with a collaborative, down-to-earth, family-run environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead the overall HR function across the business
- Provide practical HR advice and support to managers across all sites
- Ensure HR policies, processes, and documentation remain up to date and effective
- Support the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment through to development and retention
- Promote a positive, consistent approach to people management and employee relations
- Contribute to the ongoing development of systems, processes, and reporting
- Support the business in maintaining compliance with employment legislation
- Play a key role in strengthening company culture and employee engagement
- Managing Employee absence
About You
- An experienced HR Manager or Senior HR professional
- Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, operational role with strong employee relationship skills
- Approachable, pragmatic, and able to build strong working relationships
- Someone who fits well within a values-led, family-run business
Why Join Pennells?
- Be part of a genuine family-run business where people matter
- Work closely with senior leadership and influence real change
- Opportunity to shape and develop the HR function as the business grows
- A supportive, collaborative environment where your input is valued
Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
