HR Manager
| Posting date: | 12 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Industrial Cleaning Equipment Ltd. |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Are you an experienced HR professional ready to take the next step in your career?
We're looking for a motivated and ambitious HR professional who is ready to step into their first HR Manager role at ICE, supporting the Head of People Development & HR in delivering the organisation's people strategy and managing day-to-day operations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing business where you will play a key role in supporting managers, driving HR initiatives and helping shape a positive employee experience.
About ICE
With over 50 years of experience, ICE is the UK's largest independent provider of industrial cleaning equipment, supporting thousands of sites across sectors including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality and education. We are committed to innovation, sustainability and developing our people.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide HR advice and guidance to managers across the business
• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and probation processes
• Support performance management and appraisal processes
• Ensure HR policies are applied consistently and remain compliant with UK employment legislation
• Maintain HR systems, records and reporting
• Oversee and support an HR Administrator
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience in an HR role (e.g. HR Advisor, HR Officer, Senior HR Administrator)
• Is ready to step up into their first HR Manager position
• Has strong knowledge of HR policies and employment legislation
• Is confident advising managers and handling employee relations matters
• Is oragnised, proactive and passionate about people
• Ideally holds or is working towards a CIPD qualification
Benefits of Working at ICE
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial security, including:
Rewards & Recognition
• Access to ICE Cube Hub - Reward Gateway, offering discounts and perks across a wide range of retailers
• Long Service Awards to celebrate your commitments and achievements
Health & Wellbeing
Private medical cover for peace of mind
• Health Shield cash plan to help cover everyday healthcare costs
• ZGP24 - Health Hero Access for convenient health support when you need it
• Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services
Financial Security
• Competitive Pension Scheme to help plan for your future
• Life Assurance for added financial protection
• Work-Life Balance
Generous annual leave allowance
• Birthday day off
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme, giving you the flexibility to purchase additional time off
• Work from home one day per week
We're looking for a motivated and ambitious HR professional who is ready to step into their first HR Manager role at ICE, supporting the Head of People Development & HR in delivering the organisation's people strategy and managing day-to-day operations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing business where you will play a key role in supporting managers, driving HR initiatives and helping shape a positive employee experience.
About ICE
With over 50 years of experience, ICE is the UK's largest independent provider of industrial cleaning equipment, supporting thousands of sites across sectors including retail, healthcare, manufacturing, hospitality and education. We are committed to innovation, sustainability and developing our people.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide HR advice and guidance to managers across the business
• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and probation processes
• Support performance management and appraisal processes
• Ensure HR policies are applied consistently and remain compliant with UK employment legislation
• Maintain HR systems, records and reporting
• Oversee and support an HR Administrator
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience in an HR role (e.g. HR Advisor, HR Officer, Senior HR Administrator)
• Is ready to step up into their first HR Manager position
• Has strong knowledge of HR policies and employment legislation
• Is confident advising managers and handling employee relations matters
• Is oragnised, proactive and passionate about people
• Ideally holds or is working towards a CIPD qualification
Benefits of Working at ICE
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing and financial security, including:
Rewards & Recognition
• Access to ICE Cube Hub - Reward Gateway, offering discounts and perks across a wide range of retailers
• Long Service Awards to celebrate your commitments and achievements
Health & Wellbeing
Private medical cover for peace of mind
• Health Shield cash plan to help cover everyday healthcare costs
• ZGP24 - Health Hero Access for convenient health support when you need it
• Employee Assistance Programme, providing confidential wellbeing and support services
Financial Security
• Competitive Pension Scheme to help plan for your future
• Life Assurance for added financial protection
• Work-Life Balance
Generous annual leave allowance
• Birthday day off
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme, giving you the flexibility to purchase additional time off
• Work from home one day per week
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.