Job Description
HR / Employee Relations Manager (12-Month FTC)
Craigavon
Attractive salary
Hybrid working (60% in office)
We are hiring for our client, a market-leading, multi-site manufacturing business headquartered in Craigavon. They are seeking a highly experienced HR / Employee Relations Manager for a 12-month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role supporting UK & Ireland operations within a growing, people-focused organisation.
Top Things to Know About this Job:
* 12-month maternity cover contract with immediate start available
* Craigavon HQ with hybrid working available after training
* Broad HR remit with focus on employee relations and union engagement
The Role:
* Report to the Divisional HR Director and support a small HR team
* Lead on employee relations matters - investigations, disciplinaries, grievances, appeals
* Maintain strong union relationships and participate in negotiation meetings
* Provide advice and support on HR policies, absence, and performance management
* Coach and develop managers across UK & Ireland sites
* Support recruitment and interview processes as needed
* Ensure HR compliance and oversee internal/external audits
* Produce and analyse weekly and monthly HR reports and KPIs
The Person:
* Degree or 3rd level qualification
* CIPD qualified or working towards qualification
* Strong experience leading or managing an HR function with a focus on employee relations
* Experienced in leading and resolving complex employee relations issues
* Strong working knowledge of employment law
* Experience working in a unionised environment would be advantageous, but not essential
* Highly organised with strategic thinking and excellent communication skills
The Reward:
* Excellent salary and benefits package
* 12-month fixed term contract with immediate start
* Open to working a 4 or 5 day week
* Hybrid working available following initial training (60% in office)
* Pension, private healthcare, life assurance scheme
* Free on-site car parking
Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage?
For further information and to apply for this HR / Employee Relations Manager (12-Month FTC) job, please contact Stephanie Mulholland.
We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.