Permanent
HR Manager (MFC)
Human Resources
Ampthill - Bedfordshire, Hybrid
About the Role
Join a Global Leader and Help Shape the Future of HR
This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key HR leadership role at Lockheed Martin – a global powerhouse in aerospace and defence. As the company undergoes a significant transformation within its UK HR function, we’re looking for a confident, experienced HR Manager to help drive that change and deliver meaningful impact across our organisation.
Reporting directly to the Head of HR UK, you’ll serve as the primary HR Business Partner for one or more Business Areas or Functions. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, making it ideal for someone who thrives on variety, challenge, and collaboration. You’ll be a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping shape and implement people strategies that support business priorities, improve performance, and foster a high-performing, inclusive culture.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a key member of the UK HR Business Partner team, you’ll lead and coordinate a wide range of HR activities, from workforce planning and organisational development to employee relations and performance management. You’ll attend leadership meetings and be part of strategic discussions, ensuring HR has a seat at the table and a voice in decision-making.
You’ll also manage and develop a dedicated HR team, providing day-to-day leadership, coaching, and performance support. Acting as an escalation point for complex employee relations cases, you’ll offer expert advice in line with UK employment law and internal policy. Working closely with our Centres of Expertise, you’ll support the delivery of talent, compensation, and development programmes that enhance employee experience and drive results.
In addition to business-as-usual responsibilities, you’ll play a key role in wider HR initiatives and UK-wide transformation projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute at both operational and strategic levels – shaping not just how we work today, but how we evolve for the future.
Why Join Us?
At Lockheed Martin, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation where people and performance go hand in hand. This role offers the chance to influence real change, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career in a globally respected company. You’ll work with passionate professionals, support a diverse and talented workforce, and help shape a people agenda that drives business success.
If you’re ready to take on a new challenge and help shape the future of HR at Lockheed Martin, we’d love to hear from you.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
To succeed in this role, you’ll need to be a skilled HR professional with a strong generalist background and demonstrable leadership experience. You should be comfortable navigating a matrixed, fast-paced environment, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the business. We are looking for someone with:
1. A degree in HR, Business, or a related field (CIPD Level 7 preferred).
2. Significant experience in HR management, ideally in complex, high-tech or engineering environments.
3. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and best practices.
4. Experience leading and developing HR teams.
5. Proven ability to deliver strategic people initiatives and manage change.
6. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
7. A proactive, delivery-focused mindset with strong organisational skills.
8. High level of IT literacy, including HR systems and Microsoft Office.
9. Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
Job Reference Number
17334BR
Employee Type
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Working Schedule
4xFlex
Country
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
SC
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
No
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
10. Private Medical Insurance
11. Competitive Pension
12. Dental
13. Critical Illness
14. Life Assurance
15. Travel Insurance
16. Employee discounts for top high street shops
17. Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
18. Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
19. Reimbursement for a professional membership
20. Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Enterprise Business Services (EBS) consists of LMUK IT Services, Payroll, ESH, HR and Finance functions. With employees located throughout the UK, EBS provides UK wide support to the LMUK business areas.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call 023 92 458 000.
Job Expires
11/09/2025
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