HR Manager - Build and Lead a People-First Function
About the Role
Are you ready to make your mark as the first in-house HR Manager at a growing manufacturing business? This is a unique opportunity to shape the HR function from the ground up in a company with a long-standing reputation for quality and safety. You'll work closely with the leadership team to embed a positive, inclusive culture while supporting managers across the full employee lifecycle.
This hands-on, strategic role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a tangible difference in a business that's embracing continuous improvement.
What You'll Be Doing
* Develop and implement HR policies and practices aligned with company values
* Champion employee wellbeing and foster a supportive workplace culture
* Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management
* Provide HR guidance and coaching to managers and supervisors
* Manage employee relations, ensuring fair and compliant processes
* Oversee HR admin and streamline operations through digital tools
* Ensure compliance with employment law and liaise with external HR consultants
What We're Looking For
* At least 3 years' experience as a generalist HR professional, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or an SME
* Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
* Comfortable working independently and influencing at all levels
* Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused
* Excellent communicator with solid HR systems and IT skills
Nice to Have
* CIPD Level 5 or equivalent
* Experience with change management or implementing new HR systems
* Familiarity with health & safety in a manufacturing context
What's on Offer
* The chance to shape a brand-new HR function and truly influence the culture
* A supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement
* A values-driven company with a clear growth vision
* Competitive salary and benefits
Ready to make a real impact in a standalone HR role? Apply today and help build a people-first workplace from the inside out.
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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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