Human Resources Manager and Director
30AI USED FOR30%moving to75%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £40,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT →
Human Resources Manager and Director
Human Resources Managers and Directors are pivotal in shaping the workforce and culture of organizations across the UK. They not only strategize on talent acquisition and employee development but also ensure that businesses thrive by fostering a motivated and engaged workforce, making them essential in today’s competitive landscape.
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI is already used for some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior HR OfficerAs a Junior HR Officer, you will assist in recruitment processes, maintain employee records, and support training initiatives. This role provides a solid foundation for a career in HR.£30,000 - £40,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEHR ManagerIn this role, you will manage HR functions, develop policies, and lead recruitment efforts. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with employment laws and fostering a positive workplace culture.£50,000 - £65,000
3PEAK CAREERHR DirectorAs an HR Director, you will oversee the entire HR department, develop strategic HR initiatives, and work closely with executive leadership to drive organisational success. This role requires extensive experience and a deep understanding of HR best practices.£90,000+
The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Finance and AccountingDancebox Theatre Works · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£49,000 median
🎓Business Management With Information SystemsWest Herts College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£32,000 median
🎓International Tourism Management (with Foundation Year)University of Bedfordshire · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£31,000 median
🎓Modern Languages (German and Italian) and ManagementUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Business Management (Accelerated)Anglia Ruskin University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
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Real apprenticeship standards
Live UK apprenticeship standards that lead into this career, from the Institute for Apprenticeships register.
L7Senior people professional36 months typicalnot published
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Recommended UK degrees
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Finance and AccountingDancebox Theatre Works · DegreeBusiness Management With Information SystemsWest Herts College · DegreeInternational Tourism Management (with Foundation Year)University of Bedfordshire · DegreeBusiness ManagementTeesside University · DegreeModern Languages (German and Italian) and ManagementUniversity of St Andrews · DegreeBusiness Management (Accelerated)Anglia Ruskin University · Degree