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Posted 29 July, 2026

Temporary Human Resources Manager

Allen Associates
OX1, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Are you an experienced HR professional with a pragmatic approach and a talent for providing solution-driven advice? This is an excellent chance to support key HR functions within a prestigious institution. Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis and will require an immediate start, notice periods cannot be accommodated. Temporary HR Manager Responsibilities This role will include, but is not limited to: Advising on a variety of HR issues, ensuring compliance with policies and employment law. Assisting with recruitment campaigns, onboarding, and staff induction procedures. Handling employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance investigations, with careful attention to confidentiality and best practice. Developing and updating HR policies and procedures, implementing systems using an HRIS platform. Coordinating training sessions, staff development programmes, and wellbeing initiatives. Ensuring accurate record-keeping and data protection compliance. Temporary HR Manager Rewards A standard working week of 37.5 hours, generally 9am to 5:30pm. One day per week work-from-home flexibility. Note: parking is not available at this central Oxford location. The Company Our client cultivates a lively, diverse community that values collaboration, support, and continuous development. Temporary HR Manager Experience Essentials Demonstrable experience managing employee relations and implementing HR policies. Practical knowledge of HRIS platforms and policy drafting. Comprehensive understanding of UK employment law, data protection regulations, and ER case handling. CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent. A resilient, discreet, and compassionate approach to personnel issues. Strong operational HR background, including managing complex ER cases. Location Based in Oxford’s city centre, with no parking available. This role involves onsite presence four days a week. Action If you are interested in learning more about this excellent role, please apply online today. All applications will receive a prompt response. Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn