This report provides a comprehensive overview of Human Resource Management (HRM) practices, focusing on their purposes, functions, and application within an organizational context, using Mark and Spencer as a case study. It delves into the functions of HRM, including planning, organizing, directing, and controlling, and compares the best fit and best practice approaches. The report analyzes workforce planning, the labor market, and the impact of legal and regulatory frameworks and technological advancements on HR efficiency. It examines different recruitment and selection methods, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses, and discusses the importance of employee on-boarding and induction. Furthermore, it explores the benefits of learning, development, training, job design, and reward management for both employers and employees, and analyzes the significance of employee relations in HRM decision-making. Finally, the report identifies key elements of employment legislation and illustrates the application of HRM practices in work-related contexts, providing specific examples to demonstrate their effectiveness.