ASCERT is a Northern Ireland charity and leading provider of services addressing drug and alcohol related issues.
Why join the ASCERT team?
- 28 Days Annual Leave plus 11 Bank/Public Holidays
- Christmas Shopping Day
- Time off for Mental Health Awareness
- Time off in Lieu Policy
- Hybrid Working Options
- Competitive Pension contributions from ASCERT
- IIP Gold Employer
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Staff Wellbeing Programme
- Employee Assistance Programme through Westfield Health Cash Plan
- Staff Representatives through Staff Forum
- Staff Reward & Recognition Programme
We are currently seeking to recruit for our Corporate Services team and are recruiting for the following position:
Human Resources Manager
ASCERT has grown to become one of the leading and best-known drug and alcohol charities in Northern Ireland. Employing approximately 70 staff, ASCERT delivers a wide range of services across Northern Ireland, operating from bases in Lisburn, Omagh and Belfast. The organisation plays an active role in policy development and the implementation of strategy at regional and local level through direct service delivery and partnership working.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated HR Manager to lead and deliver a professional, effective and responsive Human Resources and Corporate Services function that supports the organisation, its people and its strategic objectives.
The HR Manager will play a key role in delivering ASCERT’s People Strategy, supporting the development of a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture. As an integral member of the management team, the postholder will provide professional HR advice and guidance, ensuring that policies, procedures and employment practices are compliant, consistent and aligned with organisational needs.
The role will involve overseeing the day-to-day delivery of HR services, including recruitment and retention, employee relations, performance management, learning and development, workforce planning and staff wellbeing. In addition, the HR Manager will have responsibility for the effective management and oversight of payroll, health and safety, facilities management and other corporate services functions, ensuring appropriate systems, processes and compliance arrangements are maintained.
Working closely with senior management and managers across the organisation, the HR Manager will balance operational HR responsibilities with the delivery of strategic priorities, contributing to ASCERT’s continued development as a supportive, inclusive and trauma-informed organisation.
JOB DESCRIPTION:Human Resources Manager
RESPONSIBLE TO:Director of Finance & Corporate Services
LENGTH OF POST:This post is permanent subject to funding
LOCATION:Hybrid working, from home and primarily from ASCERT head office, Lisburn (at least 2 days weekly, other offices negotiable)
HOURS:35 hours per week
SALARY: NJC SCP Pt 35 £46,142 per annum, Plus 6% pension
Please send your full CV along with the completed forms toby:
Friday 30th October 2026 at 5pm
Full job pack can be found at
ASCERT are an equal opportunities employer
If you are shortlisted for interview, your interview will take place on either of the following dates:
- Monday 9th November
- Thursday 12th November
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