Human resources (HR) managers develop, deliver and manage HR policies and plans.
£35,000 Starter
to£150,000 Experienced
37 to 39 a week
between 8am and 6pm
You can get into this job through:
You'll need a a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree course in:
You could also do a postgraduate course in human resource management if you have a first degree.
You'll usually need:
You could do a college course like:
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
You can get into this role through a HR consultant or partner higher apprenticeship.
Employers will set their own entry requirements.
You could start as an assistant in a human resources department and work your way up through training and promotion.
You can do professional qualifications in human resources, either online or at a training centre, approved by The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Some companies also have general management or human resources graduate training schemes.
You can join The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development for professional recognition, training opportunities and to make industry contacts.
You'll find more advice about careers in HR through The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
You could work in an office or from home.