Permanent
Location: Belfast International Airport
Hours: Full time, 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday
Pay: £42,000 - £45,000 per annum
We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager to join our team and play a key role in delivering a high-quality, commercially focused HR service. Working closely with site leadership and key stakeholders, you will provide expert HR support, guidance and challenge across all areas of the employee lifecycle.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and is passionate about employee engagement, organisational performance and delivering best-practice people solutions.
The successful candidate will be a credible and trusted HR professional with a collaborative approach, excellent attention to detail and the confidence to challenge where appropriate. You will be passionate about delivering exceptional HR support, driving positive people outcomes and contributing to the overall success of the business.
About the Role:
Provide expert HR advice and support to managers and employees on a wide range of people matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
Lead and manage employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, absence management and performance issues through to resolution.
Oversee end-to-end recruitment activities, supporting hiring managers with attraction, selection, onboarding and workforce planning.
Develop and implement employee retention and engagement strategies to improve workforce stability and employee experience.
Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, consultations and changes to working practices.
Maintain positive relationships with trade unions and employee representatives, supporting effective communication and partnership working.
Analyse and present HR data and management information to identify trends, mitigate risks and support business decision-making.
Deliver training, coaching and guidance to managers on HR policies, procedures and people management best practice.
Why Join Us?
Annual leave entitlement of 22 days rising to 25 days.
Lifestyle Benefits - Mortgage and financial advice, vouchers for various shopping outlets and food stores, employee referral scheme.
Learning & Development - we actively encourage progression and offer various eLearning courses, progression, training whilst on site, apprenticeships, and in-house training courses.
Health and Wellbeing - Life assurance scheme, access to mental health support specialists
Access to an Online GP for you and your dependents.
Financial support
Discounts on hundreds of retail sites
Cycle to Work scheme
What we are looking for:
Proven experience in a HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role with responsibility for managing complex employee relations cases.
Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to provide clear and practical advice.
Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding activities within a busy operational environment.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.
Experience using HR systems, producing reports and analysing HR data to support decision-making.
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent HR experience) and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Interested? Apply now and let your career take off!
Please be aware that, on occasion, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of strong applications
Please note:
An Access NI Disclosure Check will be required for this position
Wilson James Limited have a policy on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Storage handling, copies of which can be made available upon request
Wilson James is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. A criminal conviction will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position, however each case will be assessed on an individual basis. For information about Wilson James' commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, https://wilsonjames.co.uk/sustainability
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, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making for a dynamic and engaging workplace.
Internal Applicants
At Wilson James, we support career growth and offer internal mobility to help employees explore new roles and advance within the company. Committed to promoting from within, we provide clear career pathways and continuous skill development. Unlock your potential by applying for exciting internal opportunities and new challenges
If you are currently employed under TUPE terms and conditions, please note that successful appointment to this role will be on Wilson James standard terms and conditions.
Please note that successful internal applicants will be appointed on the terms and conditions applicable for this role and as detailed above, current terms and conditions will not apply.
