About the Garden

The National Botanic Garden of Wales is a charity dedicated to the advanced knowledge in the science of plants and related subjects, conservation of plant species, especially to use in Wales, Great Britain and the Western European Seaboard. We are the custodian of significant collections and heritage assets for Wales.

As an organisation, we are committed to society’s lifelong learning and we generate and share knowledge and engage across diverse communities, government, business and industry. We aim to enhance understanding of the interaction of people, plants, landscape and the environment in a sustainable future. As part of our diverse research, horticultural and education work, we advance public appreciation of Welsh culture and heritage and contribute to national efforts to create a prosperous, resilient, healthier and globally responsible Wales, with a vibrant culture and thriving Welsh language.

Our Mission

…to advance and share knowledge in the science of plants and inspire people’s appreciation of flora, Welsh culture and heritage to enrich lives.

Our Values - CROESO

Collaboration - we succeed through teamwork, sharing knowledge and expertise - our ‘can do’ attitude enables us to be solutions-focused, adaptable and agile.

Respect - We value everyone, we are inclusive, respect differences and treat all with dignity.

Opportunity for All - Everyone has the right to be treated fairly and be offered opportunities.

Exemplar - As a national institution we hold ourselves to professional standards. We celebrate successes and contributions and learn from our failures.

Sustainability - We use sustainability as a lens for decision making to contribute to a globally responsible Wales and ensure our organisation’s longevity.

Openness - We will act with integrity. We take responsibility for our action and inaction and hold ourselves accountable to the people we work with and for.

Description of Role

The HR Manager is responsible for developing a meaningful and achievable people focused strategy and operational plan for the Garden, to support the delivery of the Garden’s Strategic Plan (2024-2026) and its objectives including being an employer and partner of choice. The role will seek to support the work of the Director, Senior Management Team (SMT), employees and volunteers.

The role is a member of the SMT, contributing within their own specialist field to critical and broad discussions on strategy, policy and planning. The role also provides advice and information to the Board of Trustees and its HR Committee.

The role involves leadership and management of the day-to-day HR operations, including employee relations, recruitment, compliance with employment law, training and benefits administration.

The HR Manager is also required to work closely with managers and staff to foster a positive and productive work environment, whilst ensuring compliance with UK employment law and regulations

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Work in close partnership with management at all levels to prepare and implement a HR strategy that supports the delivery of the Garden’s organisational priorities and development plans.

2. Provide and analyse robust management information to inform workforce planning and strategic decision making.

3. Keep up to date with applicable rules, regulations and legislation in the relevant professional fields and ensure that all work undertaken complies with legislation and relevant policies of the Garden.

4. Ensure HR policies and other corporate documents are developed and up to date, reflect good current practice and are compliant with UK employment laws, working with our third-party consultancy.

5. Provide an excellent, timely HR advisory service with high quality guidance and a consistent approach to all employee lifecycle matters including recruitment, new starter administration and induction., performance development and management, payroll and benefits absence management, flexible working and employee relations issues.

6. Lead the strategic approach to training and development across the organisation, for paid staff and volunteer staff, including related performance management processes to develop the organisation and its capacity.

7. Support the development of a culture that promotes equality and values diversity and inclusion, through implementation of appropriate systems and staff training and cultural change.

8. Support and coach managers on employee relation issues and processes.

9. Manage investigations and lead on complex employee relations issues.

10. Provide quarterly reports to the Board and attend Board and the Board’s HR Committee meetings.

11. Maintain employee records, HR systems and ensure confidentiality in handling employee data.

12. Develop, foster and maintain effective working relationships with recognised Trade Unions, other third parties and external bodies, actively promoting the work of the Garden and its reputation as an employer of choice.

13. Any other duties as delegated by the Director.

The Garden reserves the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received.

We welcome applications made in Welsh, applications in Welsh will not be treated any less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing their suitability for the role and their CV.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From £34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• CIPD qualified or working towards.
• Operating in a unionised environment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Experience:

• HR standalone role: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 25/04/2025