HR Manager (Standalone) Location: West Yorkshire, Liversedge Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent A growing, multi-site SME group based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced HR Manager to take full ownership of its HR function. Operating across several business units within automotive, services, and retail environments, the organisation is entering a new phase of growth and is looking to professionalise its people function. This is a standalone role, offering the opportunity to build structure, implement best practice, and partner closely with senior leadership to shape the organisation's future. The Role Reporting directly to the Directors, you will have full responsibility for all HR activity across multiple sites. You will play a key role in transitioning the business from a reactive HR approach to a more structured, consistent, and performance-led environment. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and managing the full HR function across multiple locations • Acting as a trusted advisor to Directors on HR strategy and employment law • Managing employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance issues • Developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook • Embedding structured performance management processes (1:1s, appraisals, KPIs) • Supporting end-to-end recruitment and onboarding across departments • Establishing clear management structures and accountability frameworks • Driving improvements in attendance, conduct, and overall performance standards • Overseeing HR administration including contracts, records, and payroll support • Ensuring full compliance with UK employment legislation • Contributing to the development of a positive, professional, and high-performing culture About You • Proven experience in a standalone or senior HR role (HR Manager, HR Advisor, or HR Business Partner) • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law • Confident handling complex and sensitive employee relations matters • Experience within multi-site or growing SME environments • Demonstrated ability to implement structure, processes, and change • Professional, resilient, and highly organised with a pragmatic approach • CIPD Level 5 (minimum) • Experience within automotive, retail, or similar operational environments is advantageous What's on Offer • A senior, autonomous role with real influence • Opportunity to build and shape the HR function from the ground up • Direct access to and collaboration with business owners • Long-term career development within a growing organisation • Supportive and stable business environment If this role sounds like it could be of interest to you, apply today!