Vista Global integrates a unique portfolio of companies offering asset-light services to cover all key aspects of business aviation: guaranteed and On Demand global flight coverage; aircraft leasing and finance; and cutting-edge aviation technology.

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager, based in Farnborough, to provide comprehensive HR support to a range of commercial departments in the UK, with some reach into Hong Kong and UAE. 

Vista has a global reach with operational hubs across the globe and an expert workforce of over 4,000 aviation professionals. As a Company with “start-up” origins, we are looking for a practically minded individual who will foster the Company’s vibrant and entrepreneurial culture and be highly flexible in their approach.

This is a very operationally focused generalist role with a broad remit of responsibilities and exposure. 

• Building strong relationships with senior leaders and managers in order to position yourself as their trusted advisor. 
• Aid decision making by providing high-quality, business-focused coaching and advice across all areas of HR.
• Keep company policies up-to-date and ensure ongoing compliance with current legal requirements and Company policies. Recommending new policies, approaches and procedures as required.
• Coach managers on company policies and procedures, ensuring a fair and consistent approach.
• Support managers in all performance review processes.
• Prepare contracts, documents and letters as required.
• Present weekly induction sessions to ensure that all new employees are welcomed into the company.
• Provide advice and guidance on individual employee relations cases, ensuring that each case is handled fairly and in line with best practice.
• Advise and oversee immigration processes in the UK ensuring ongoing compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance on the administration of payroll and employee benefits.
• Regularly review benefit offerings to ensure that these remain competitive.
• Work alongside the Talent Acquisition team on recruitment and selection.
• Oversee all exit interviews.
• Facilitate change management activities as required.
• Play an integral role in the Group HR team and contribute to the development of HR strategy and plans – for example, in the areas of performance management, reward and recognition, and learning and development.
• Undertake HR projects as required.
• Office Management of the Farnborough office.

• Educated to degree level and with a full CIPD qualification.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a generalist role.
• A proven ability to collaborate and build relationships with senior leaders, managers, and employees alike. 
• A strong working knowledge of UK Employment Legislation.
• Having worked previously in aviation or manufacturing.