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Tara Murray

London

Summary

HR Manager with extensive project management and strategic planning experience. Successfully implemented a new HRIS system and led initiatives in redundancy, restructuring, and TUPE. Demonstrated ability to drive employee engagement and operational development. Expertise in business partnering and policy development, facilitating impactful change across domestic and global teams.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager (FTC 6 Months)

News - Media/ Start up
10.2024 - 04.2025
  • Implemented new HRIS system, Cintra, overseeing sourcing, rollout, and training phases.
  • Collaborated with COO to develop strategic workforce plans supporting business initiatives.
  • Reported HR metrics while formulating strategic plans based on data trends.
  • Advised and coached Senior Management team members to enhance leadership capabilities.
  • Managed monthly payroll processing along with manual adjustments as needed.
  • Handled complex employee relations cases, including high-profile individuals and legal tribunal preparations.
  • Assessed learning and development needs, delivering comprehensive training solutions.
  • Redesigned recruitment and onboarding processes for improved efficiency.
  • Lead on the REDadair redundancy project, which included making 60 people redundant and restructuring how different teams work in the business – working on 7 other redundancy processes post and 2 TUPE processes.

Head of HR (FTC 12 Months)

Populo Living - Professional Services/ SME
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive HR functions, enhancing organizational effectiveness.
  • Influenced senior leadership on critical HR issues to align business objectives.
  • Executed recruitment, training, talent management, and development strategies to optimize HR systems.
  • Analyzed requirements to evolve HR operations and implemented necessary changes.
  • Authored remuneration reports and enacted adjustments based on benchmarking data.
  • Drafted and executed rewards and benefits proposals following management approval.
  • Cultivated employee life cycle processes including appraisals, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
  • Coached managers on employee relations, utilizing custom training materials for mediations and disciplinary actions.

Interim Senior Human Resources Manager (FTC 3 Months)

Delifrance - FMCG
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Served as primary contact for global HR staff, providing expert advice.
  • Planned and implemented strategies for TUPE procedures and immigration processes.
  • Developed global strategy for HR managers to comply with local ER laws across 12 countries.
  • Oversaw line management responsibilities to enhance team performance.
  • Collaborated with Union representatives to address workforce concerns.
  • Led Learning and Development initiative to elevate employee skills.
  • Ensured compliance through quarterly audits across UK and global sites.
  • Managed Payroll operations using ADP software efficiently.

Human Resources Manager

Cygnet - Healthcare
05.2020 - 05.2023
  • Implemented global HR strategies, adapting local practices to comply with US and APAC regulations.
  • Designed and delivered training programs for all staff levels to enhance skill development.
  • Conducted thorough analysis of local HR laws across international sites to ensure compliance.
  • Managed recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes for positions ranging from support workers to medical directors.
  • Led change management initiatives domestically and globally, including redundancies and restructures, while ensuring smooth transitions.
  • Served as primary contact for global HR managers, providing guidance on sensitive employee relations issues.
  • Analyzed annual benefits and talent metrics, facilitating necessary developments and improvements.
  • Successfully implemented Workday HRIS system and a performance management framework aligned with business objectives.

Human Resources Manager (Promoted in 09/2018 From HR Assistant)

Invest Bristol + Bath - Finance
07.2017 - 05.2020
  • Processed invoices and documented billing information for accurate financial records.
  • Implemented policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed employee relations cases, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
  • Organized team-building events and parties to promote staff engagement and morale.
  • Ensured business compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  • Established HR functions, including exit interviews, to improve employee feedback mechanisms.
  • Demonstrated capability in standalone operations, achieving successful outcomes.
  • Supported overall administration and accounting tasks, contributing to streamlined processes.

Human Resources Assistant

Liberal Democrats - Politics
05.2015 - 07.2017
  • Oversaw administration and documentation, ensuring compliance with health and safety equipment standards and GDPR regulations.
  • Maintained organized information systems for efficient archiving of documents.
  • Served as primary contact for HR-related inquiries, addressing staff and management concerns.
  • Advised staff and management on employment relations to foster positive workplace dynamics.
  • Managed scheduling for MPs, Councillors, and Lords, optimizing their availability and communication.
  • Ensured timely monitoring of compliance deadlines to prevent lapses in regulations.
  • Streamlined documentation processes to enhance accessibility and retrieval efficiency.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders to support organizational objectives.

Education

Bachelor of Law (LLB) -

The Open University
05.2023

CIPD L7 Advanced Diploma - Strategic People Management

CIPD

Skills

  • Project management
  • Policy development
  • Talent acquisition
  • Employee engagement
  • Payroll processing
  • HR leadership
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Strategic planning
  • Business partnering
  • HR reporting

Relocation

London, 05/2023

Travel

Eastern and Southern Europe, 07/2024, 09/2024

Timeline

HR Manager (FTC 6 Months)

News - Media/ Start up
10.2024 - 04.2025

Head of HR (FTC 12 Months)

Populo Living - Professional Services/ SME
08.2023 - 08.2024

Interim Senior Human Resources Manager (FTC 3 Months)

Delifrance - FMCG
05.2023 - 08.2023

Human Resources Manager

Cygnet - Healthcare
05.2020 - 05.2023

Human Resources Manager (Promoted in 09/2018 From HR Assistant)

Invest Bristol + Bath - Finance
07.2017 - 05.2020

Human Resources Assistant

Liberal Democrats - Politics
05.2015 - 07.2017

Bachelor of Law (LLB) -

The Open University

CIPD L7 Advanced Diploma - Strategic People Management

CIPD

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