Website Shared Interest
Company
Shared Interest
Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Job Title
HR Manager
About the Job
About Us
Shared Interest brings together over 11,800 UK investors with a shared goal of investing in a fairer world. Established in 1990, we provide finance to fair trade businesses across 47 countries, supporting smallholder farmers who produce around a third of the world’s food.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead all aspects of people management across our UK and international operations, shaping our organisational culture while ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on all HR matters and ensure legal compliance
- Manage recruitment, onboarding and performance development processes
- Develop policies that support our mission and team wellbeing
- Foster a culture of innovation, diversity and inclusion
- Oversee remuneration, salary reviews and payroll operations
- Implement health and wellbeing initiatives
- Monitor and report on key HR metrics and contribute to business planning
- Support managers on employee relations and talent development
Experience and skills
- At least 5 years’ professional HR experience, preferably in leadership
- Knowledge of reward systems and employment law
- Excellent communication and team-building abilities
- Empathetic approach with ability to motivate diverse teams
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- Experience influencing senior staff and directors
- Comfortable with both strategic and operational HR tasks
Desirable Qualities
- Pension scheme administration experience
- Small business environment experience
- International HR experience
- Understanding of PeopleHR
Closing date 16th May 2025
Shared Interest is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.SPACE