HR Manager – High-Growth AI Company – Near Cambridge
My client, an innovative and rapidly scaling AI company based near Cambridge, is looking for their first dedicated HR Manager. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the entire people function within a growing team of around 30, shaping culture, processes, and best practice from the ground up.
In this hands-on and influential role, you will manage the full employee lifecycle, introduce essential HR frameworks, and support leadership as the business continues its exciting growth journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, probation, performance reviews, and offboarding
- Act as the main HR contact for managers and employees
- Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook (UK employment law compliance)
- Provide guidance on employee relations and support managers with best practice
- Oversee payroll input and employee benefits with finance and external providers
- Maintain accurate HR systems, data, and documentation
- Coordinate learning and development initiatives to support capability building
- Drive employee engagement activities and foster an inclusive, supportive culture
- Support leadership with workforce planning and organisational development
- Ensure compliance with H&S and other statutory requirements
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the business
Requirements
- Proven HR generalist experience, ideally in a start-up, scale-up, or fast-paced SME
- Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
- Comfortable operating as a standalone HR function, balancing strategic and hands-on responsibilities
- Confident communicator who can build trust at all levels
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently
- CIPD Level 5+ desirable, not essential
Role Details
• Team Size: ~30 and growing
• Environment: Opportunity to build and shape a full HR function within a scaling defence AI organisation
Interested? Please Click Apply Now!
HR Manager – High-Growth AI Company – Near Cambridge