Project Description

Freelance Job Instruction

Supporting Line Managers in People Management (UK / London – CIPD Aligned)

Job Overview

We are seeking a freelancer with strong UK HR and CIPD knowledge to develop a practical people management support guide for line managers. The content must reflect UK employment law, CIPD guidance, and common people management challenges faced by organisations operating in London and the wider UK.

The focus should be on practical, compliant, and workplace-ready guidance rather than theory alone.

Scope of Work

The freelancer will develop clear and structured content to support line managers in managing people effectively within a UK employment context. The work should cover the following areas:

1. Role of Line Managers in People Management (UK Context)

• Responsibilities of line managers in managing people in UK workplaces

• How line managers work in partnership with HR

• Understanding decision-making limits and when to escalate issues to HR

2. Recruitment and Onboarding Support

• Supporting fair and lawful recruitment and selection processes

• Awareness of equality and right-to-work requirements

• Supporting effective onboarding and induction in line with UK standards

3. Performance Management

• Setting objectives aligned with business and team goals

• Conducting performance reviews and regular feedback conversations

• Managing underperformance in a fair and documented manner

4. Employee Engagement and Communication

• Building positive working relationships in diverse London workplaces

• Effective communication across multicultural teams

• Supporting employee wellbeing, motivation, and engagement

5. Employee Relations

• Managing absence, lateness, and conduct issues appropriately

• Supporting disciplinary and grievance processes in line with company policy

• Handling basic workplace conflicts professionally

6. Learning and Development

• Identifying development needs and skills gaps

• Supporting continuous professional development (CPD)

• Encouraging learning and career progression

7. Legal and Policy Awareness (UK)

• Basic understanding of UK employment law principles

• Applying company policies consistently and fairly

• Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in line with UK legislation

Deliverables

• A professionally structured guidance document (Word or PDF)

• Practical examples or short UK-based case studies

Target Audience

• Line managers

• Supervisors and team leaders

• First-time people managers in UK organisations

Deadline

All work must be completed and submitted by 21 January 2025 at 8:00 a.m.