HR Manager Temp to Perm

Interim Human Resources Manager (Temp to Permanent Opportunity)  Location: Reading, parking available Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Share Options Contract: Full-time, Office-based (Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours/week)

A rapidly scaling UK-based technology start-up is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and develop its HR function. This is a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation at the forefront of innovation in sustainable solutions, with a growing team and ambitious international plans.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the HR Manager will be a key member of the leadership team. You will take full ownership of HR operations, including payroll, recruitment, policy development, and employee engagement. This is an office-based role at the company’s main site in Reading, where you’ll help shape a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture.

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and third-party payroll coordination
• Develop and implement HR policies in line with UK employment law
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of staff
• Lead performance management and salary review processes
• Provide training, coaching, and conflict resolution support
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety standards
• Handle disciplinary procedures and workplace investigations

• Degree-qualified with a minimum of 3 years’ HR experience in a commercial setting
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and payroll processes
• Confident in employee relations, coaching, and conflict resolution
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Exposure to international HR operations
• Full UK driving licence

The ideal candidate will be:

• Energetic, adaptable, and committed to delivering results
• Honest, approachable, and collaborative
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Passionate about building a positive and high-performing culture