People & Development Manager

London | Office Based | £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

Our client, a well-established and growing commercial cleaning business, is seeking an experienced People & Development Manager to join their Senior Management Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic leadership with hands-on operational delivery. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the company's people strategy while leading the day-to-day HR function across a workforce of more than 200 employees.

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• Develop and deliver the company's People Strategy to support continued business growth.
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• Design and implement leadership, management and employee development programmes.
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• Lead the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding and retention.
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• Manage employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence management and TUPE.
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• Provide coaching and guidance to managers across the business.
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• Oversee HR systems, workforce planning and time and attendance reporting.
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• Ensure HR policies and processes remain compliant, efficient and fit for a growing organisation.
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• Proven experience in a senior HR or People Management role.
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• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations, including TUPE.
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• Experience developing people strategies and leadership development programmes.
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• A hands-on approach with the ability to operate strategically and operationally.
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• Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills.
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• CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification is desirable.
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• Experience within commercial cleaning, facilities management or another multi-site service business would be advantageous.
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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful and ambitious business where you'll have the chance to influence company culture, develop leadership capability and support continued organisational growth. The successful candidate will become a key member of the Senior Management Team, with genuine scope to make a lasting impact.

Salary: £65,000-£75,000 (depending on experience)

Location: London (Office Based)

If you're looking for your next challenge and would like to find out more, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.