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HR Manager
- Full time
- £44,003 – £51,291
- On site: Carrochan, Balloch
- Closing 21st August 2025
- Advertised from 11th August 2025
- 35 hours per week - we are happy to talk part time and flexible working. Contract: Permanent
Role
We are looking for a passionate, inspiring and forward-thinking HR Manager to lead our HR team.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for all aspects of HR including payroll and health and safety ensuring our HR function operates efficiently and effectively.
As an experienced HR professional with expertise in case management and organisational change, you’ll bring experience in developing and executing impactful HR strategies that drive operational performance and promote a supportive, engaging workplace culture.
Your strong leadership and relationship-building skills will empower you to work closely with our Executive Team and Operational Managers, shaping and delivering HR initiatives that align with our organisational goals and enhance employee satisfaction and productivity.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement HR strategies that drive organisational change, enhance culture, and foster employee engagement throughout the employee lifecycle, including managing the HR budget in line with NPA procedures.
- Oversee complex HR cases—such as grievances, disciplinary, and performance management - while establishing efficient processes for resolution.
- Fostering positive relations with employees and unions to support effective negotiation and consultation on terms and conditions of employment.
- Lead organisational change initiatives, providing strategic guidance on structure, culture, and workforce planning to boost efficiency and effectiveness.
- Implement HR technology to streamline processes, driving digital transformation while maintaining industry best practices for continuous improvement.
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll management, compliance with employment laws, and effective health and safety protocols through regular audits and risk assessments.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners to support organisational goals.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.
Who we are looking for:
Your skills, abilities and experience should include:
- Proven experience in leading and managing an HR team - building strong management relationships, and effectively influencing across business areas.
- Skilled in developing HR policies and procedures, managing budgets, and delivering HR projects that support organisational change.
- Demonstrated ability to support and promote positive industrial relations with external partners.
- Creative and strategic thinker, with the ability to introduce fresh approaches to HR management
- Excellent communicator, with strong negotiation and influencing skills.
- Strong understanding of employment law.
- Solution-oriented and proactive, able to anticipate and respond to challenges effectively.
- Chartered Membership of CIPD or equivalent level work experience
Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have:
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire HR teams to adopt innovative approaches and achieve strategic objectives.
- Experience in implementing and leveraging HR technologies to enhance service delivery and streamline processes.
- Experience in Public Sector HR Management
- Experience in overseeing payroll, compliance, and health and safety operations.
Who we are and our values:
We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation.
Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference.
Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Application notes
To find out more and to apply, please visit our website.
Closing date: 9am 21 August 2025.
Interview date: 28th & 29th August 2025.
Interviews will be virtual.
The Yard is an award-winning charity that runs adventure play services for children with disabilities and/or additional support needs and their families across Scotland.
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager who is passionate about driving positive change at The Yard. You will bring the expertise and gravitas to influence and support senior leadership on HR and cultural initiatives.
About the role:
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
• Ensuring The Yard maintains the roles, skills and experience to deliver on its strategic priorities
• Measure employee engagement and agree action plans to develop and improve organisational culture
• Ensuring our recruitment policies and processes embody our values and enable us to recruit people with the skills and qualities to meet our goals
• Developing and managing our renumeration policy
About you:
This job is for you if you have:
• Proven experience of HR management
• Can lead by example, fostering a culture of trust and respect
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to develop HR strategies aligning with our strategic plan
If our ethos inspires you and you are eager to bring your knowledge and experience to a team that is deeply committed to our purpose, we would love to have you on board.
If you would like to discuss the role with our Director of Resources, please let us know and we can arrange a call.
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate HR Manager to join our small, close-knit team and help shape the future of our organisation. If you’re someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, can adapt quickly, and genuinely cares about people, this is a chance to make a profound impact - both on our staff and on the wider animal community we serve.
As a key member of our Senior Management Team, the HR Manager plays a pivotal role in driving our organisational strategy, shaping our people culture, and ensuring that our charity continues to operate efficiently, compassionately, and in line with all regulatory requirements.
You will oversee all aspects of HR, from strategic planning and policy development to recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, and compliance. You will also line-manage our Training Manager, ensuring the delivery of robust training programmes that support both staff and regulatory needs.
Background
Launched in 2007, Pet Blood Bank UK is the only charity that provides a blood bank service for all vets across the UK. As part of our charitable remit, our aim is to advance animal health and welfare and to relieve suffering by providing quick and convenient access to blood. Every unit of blood helps save up to four other lives, saving thousands of lives every year.
Our Values
Caring. Pioneering. Real.These are the values Pet Blood Bank UK is built upon. Our values bind us together as a charity and guide everything we do. We expect every team member to know, understand and embody our values, helping to build our reputation as a pioneering, caring and practical charity. Read more about our values.
What you’ll do
- Provide cross-departmental leadership and support.
- Attend Senior Management meetings across PBB locations.
- Build a strong understanding of daily operations across the charity.
- Develop and deliver HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- Review and improve HR policies and procedures.
- Analyse HR data to support informed decision-making.
- Lead full recruitment lifecycle for all roles.
- Oversee onboarding to ensure new staff feel welcomed, informed, and supported.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and caring culture across the organisation.
- Implement effective performance systems.
- Support managers with goal setting, feedback delivery, and staff development.
- Identify organisational training needs and develop relevant programmes.
- Support leadership development and succession planning.
- Ensure full compliance with UK employment law and charity-related regulations (VMD, OSCR, HMRC, Home Office).
- Maintain accurate, confidential HR records and lead on audits.
- Manage employee benefits and pensions.
What we need
This is a hands-on role in a small team, ideal for someone who enjoys variety, collaboration, and the opportunity to genuinely influence organisational growth and staff wellbeing.
Essential:
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience as an HR Manager or similar.
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work in a small, fast-paced team with integrity and professionalism.
Desirable:
- CIPD qualification or membership.
- Postgraduate HR qualification.
- Experience in the charity or third-sector environment.
What’s in it for you
In return, we offer full training, competitive salary and a great team working environment.
You will be part of a small, supportive team that genuinely cares - about each other, our donors, and our mission, playing a leading role in shaping the culture and future of a unique and lifesaving charity.
Further details
This role is full-time 37.5 hours, working from our Dunfermline office, with regular travel required to our main office in Loughborough.
For more information or to request a full job description, please recruitment@thehrbooth.co.uk.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.
Are you looking to use your HR skills in a rewarding, thriving social care charity?
Capability Scotland delivers exemplary care, support, and education for disabled children and adults across Scotland. We were founded in 1946 and have always strived to be a major ally in supporting disabled people to have full equality of opportunity and participation as citizens of Scotland. Our vision is of an inclusive Scotland where everyone has the opportunity to have their voice heard, contribute to society and fulfil their potential.
As an experienced HR Business Partner, you’ll be joining an established HR team; reporting directly to the Head of People and working closely with two other Business Partners.
We encourage a work/life balance, so we’re open to discussing start and finish times that work around your life. You need to be within commutable distance of our Edinburgh office (EH12) as we work 50% of our time in the office and 50% from home. You should also be able to regularly travel to visit the managers you are partnered with across Scotland.
This is a challenging and fast paced role, with heavy involvement in case management. On top of a great salary, excellent pension, and market-leading annual leave, we can offer you a real sense of job satisfaction. You will be using your knowledge and experience to support the people who support our customers to live their best lives. You will gain invaluable experience and work in a supportive team environment.
Job Purpose
To provide operational and project HR advice and support to managers and staff ensuring employment issues are handled in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements and meets or exceeds good practice.
Required Skills/Experience
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
- CIPD Level 5 or equivalent.
- Experience in a range of employee relations issues, including high-volume complex case management such as attendance, conduct, capability, and grievance. You will be juggling multiple cases at any given time, so you need to thrive while working under pressure.
- The ability to champion best practise, deliver change and continuously improve our processes.
- Up to date knowledge of employment law.
- An ability to demonstrate a commitment to our five values: being "Kind, Inclusive, Open & Honest, Aspirational & Creative"
- High level of self-motivation, able to meet several deadlines.
- Excellent organisational & communication skills with great attention to detail.
- Skilled in the use of all Microsoft Office products and able to learn new systems quickly.
- Ability to work flexibly on your own initiative and as part of a team.
- High levels of customer service and attention to detail.
Desired Skills/Experience
- Knowledge of the social care sector.
- Understanding of HR systems, ideally iTrent.
- Able to start with us quickly.
Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:
- £36,925.00 per year and a 37-hour working week.
- 37 days’ annual leave.
- Up to 13% pension (8% employer contribution)
- Up to 3x annual salary Death in Service benefit.
- Enhanced sickness and family leave payments.
- Free disclosure checks throughout your career.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Shopping discounts through the Perks At Work scheme.
- Free 24/7 employee assistance programme.
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Executive Director of Youth & Enterprise
- Full time
- £40,000 – £50,000
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 26th December 2025
Muirhouse Youth Development Group (MYDG) are seeking an Executive Director of Youth & Enterprise. As Director you will collaborate with the MYDG Board of trustees to develop organisational strategies, ensure the highest safety standards are in place and followed. Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures, oversee the financial aspects, including fundraising and budget management of both the youth development work and social enterprise. You will raise the profile of MYDG in the community build strong relationships with stakeholders, and act as an inspiring role model for both young people and staff
About the role:
Muirhouse Youth Development Group is a young person focused community Charity. We deliver high quality youth work, providing experiential education programmes, personal and social development, skills acquisition programmes and vocational qualifications. MYDG exists to support young people at key points in their life - Organisation for all, no matter who you are, where you are at, where you have come from and where you are going. We strive to be a fully diverse organisation working with our community to ensure this is woven throughout our way of work.
Key responsibilities:
Financial Leadership
- Fully accountable for the entire funding cycle, ensuring organisational sustainability. Must be able to generate large funds across multi-year, short-term and social enterprise income streams.
Strategic Management
- Develop, implement and lead the organisation into the future.
Manage Team & Stakeholders
- Build, Develop, Lead and manage a strong team to achieve MYDG’s Goals. Ensuring HR compliance and strong governance are in place. Acting as an inspiring role model, being the face of the charity.
Essential Experience
To be successful in this role , you will have skills and experience in the following areas;
- Executive Financial Leadership: A verifiable track record of personally securing and managing in annual funding from diverse sources, including complex multi-year grants, philanthropic trusts, and earned income streams.
- Social Enterprise Development: Demonstrated success in developing, launching, and scaling a commercial venture or social enterprise (e.g., outdoor centre, hospitality, or training arm), including full accountability for business planning, market analysis, and sales/marketing strategy.
- Strategic Youth Sector Leadership: Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership role within a youth, community, or third-sector organisation, demonstrating the ability to set and achieve strategic goals and drive impact in a community-focused environment.
- People & Governance Management: Extensive experience leading and motivating multi-disciplinary teams (staff, sessional workers, and volunteers), with a deep, practical understanding of HR compliance, safeguarding, and Board governance within a Scottish charity context.
- Stakeholder & Partnership Management: A proven ability to act as the public face of an organisation, representing its values, and building high-level relationships with funders, community leaders, partners, and political stakeholders.
Job specification
Development of Organisation and Team:
- Collaborate with the MYDG Board to develop strategies and operational plans aligned with the organisation’s vision and strategic priorities.
- Shape, implement, and lead the successful execution of MYDG, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Strengthen MYDG’s capacity to meet aims and objectives while maintaining a sustainable structure.
- Maximise the potential of the MYDG Team, sessional staff, volunteers, and young people.
- Oversee the management of MYDG staff, ensuring accurate staff records and financial documentation are maintained through effective delegation.
- Represent and promote MYDG’s history, present context, and future aspirations to ensure the organisation’s brand is widely known and clearly understood.
- Ensure resources within MYDG are effectively connected to outcomes for young people.
Management of MYDG Team:
- Lead, manage, and supervise the MYDG Team.
- Provide guidance and support to MYDG’s Youth Development Team to ensure strategic outcomes are met.
- Oversee staff scheduling and manage hours for the Team.
- Provide the MYDG Board with monthly leadership reports and relevant updates to ensure strong governance and effective management of the organisation, meeting all legal, financial, and ethical responsibilities.
- Facilitate clear communication across the organisation and take responsibility for maintaining the health of key partnerships and relationships with external stakeholders.
- Identify training needs and opportunities for the team and oversee the implementation of annual staff appraisals and development plans.
- Act as an inspiring role model for both young people and staff.
- Delegate tasks appropriately and ensure accountability.
HR Procedures and Policies:
- Ensure policies and procedures are current, relevant, and adhered to, leading by example while ensuring legal compliance across the organisation.
- Manage and oversee recruitment processes for MYDG staff.
- Handle / Oversee HR responsibilities, including contracts, staff appraisals, development plans, timesheets, holidays, PVG checks, and expenses.
- Ensure adherence to health and safety, & well-being standards for all staff, volunteers & users.
- Keep the staff handbook updated and ensure its proper implementation.
Partnership Work:
- Lead and manage partnership initiatives for MYDG.
- Maintain regular communication with key partners.
- Identify and foster new partnership opportunities.
- Ensure partnership agreements are prioritised, maintained, and adhered to.
- Build and maintain relationships with funders and partners, ensuring alignment with agreements.
Funding and Budgeting Responsibilities:
- Fully accountable for the entire funding cycle of MYDG’s work, including identifying funding sources, applications, and commissioning.
- Ensure the Team meets its key outcomes in line with MYDG’s goals and funder expectations.
- Provide an overview of all finances in collaboration with the finance administrator.
- Oversee and review funding proposals submitted by the Youth Development Team.
Social Enterprise & Commercial Leadership
- Lead the development, implementation, and review of comprehensive business plans for the Pilton Retreat social enterprise to ensure profitability and sustained mission delivery.
- Direct all market research activities to identify potential customers and market niches for the centre, ensuring competitive and sustainable pricing.
- Develop and oversee a robust marketing and sales strategy to drive revenue and promote the social and ethical value of choosing MYDG's enterprise services.
- Ensure the commercial strategy adheres to best practices in social enterprise traits (i.e., profits are reinvested into the youth development mission) and builds long-term financial sustainability for the entire organisation.
- Actively manage the balance between commercial success and the maintenance of high-quality community outcomes and youth engagement.
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