Summary
An interim, hands‑on HR role driving complex casework across a fast‑paced, multi‑site environment.
Additional Benefits
Company Pension Scheme
The Role
Our Interim HR Manager will step straight into a busy, operational environment, taking ownership of complex employee relations casework and providing pragmatic, solutions‑focused HR support across two closely located sites. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll operate with autonomy, ensuring consistency, compliance, and professionalism at pace.
Working across two of our Grimsby sites, you’ll quickly build credibility with managers, providing clear, commercially minded advice while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and best practice.
This role is a fixed term contract/interim position for a period of 8 weeks.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Managing a varied caseload of disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability matters
* Providing expert, legally compliant advice to managers across both sites
* Conducting investigations and supporting managers to ensure fair and robust processes
* Attending and advising on formal hearings and meetings
* Ensuring consistent application of HR policies and procedures
* Supporting managers with practical, solutions‑focused guidance in a fast‑paced environment
* Managing short and long‑term absence, including return‑to‑work processes and OH referrals
* Advising on capability processes, ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance
The Ideal Candidate
* Strong HR generalist experience, with a focus on complex employee relations
* CIPD – Level 4 or 5 qualified
* Experience in an unionised environment is advantageous
* Proven ability to manage disciplinary, grievance, absence, and capability cases independently
* Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Confidence to operate autonomously and make sound, balanced decisions
* Experience working in fast‑paced environments with shifting priorities
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and support managers at all levels
* High levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity
* Flexibility to support across two nearby sites
Why Sofina Foods
This is an opportunity to step into a role where you can make an immediate impact—bringing structure, clarity, and confidence to complex HR situations. You’ll work closely with operational leaders, gaining real exposure to business challenges while applying your expertise in a practical, meaningful way.
If you enjoy rolling your sleeves up, building relationships quickly, and delivering at pace, this role offers the chance to do exactly that in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Company Information
Sofina Foods isn’t just a food company – It’s a place to build your future.
With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we’re passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.
Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Schedule
Monday to Friday
Location
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
Hours of Work
Full‑time
Company
Sofina Foods
Country Code
GB
AutoReqId
5418BR
AdRef
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