Location: Ely (CB6)
Type: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am - 4.30 pm (Hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive
Job Reference: 36161
Polytec are recruiting for an experienced HR Business Partner to join a fast-paced manufacturing and operational environment on an interim basis. This is a hands‑on role focused on employee relations, leadership support, organisational change and driving continuous improvement across people processes and HR practices.
FTC Bonus – A completion bonus will be paid at the end of the fixed‑term contract, subject to agreed criteria being met.
Responsibilities
* Provide day‑to‑day HR support and guidance to managers and operational teams
* Manage and advise on employee relations cases, ensuring policy and employment law compliance
* Coach and support managers on performance, conduct and people management issues
* Support organisational changes including restructures, consultations and team changes
* Assist with performance review and capability management processes
* Work closely with HR operations to ensure consistent HR process delivery
* Support the rollout of HR initiatives, policy updates and process improvements
* Maintain a visible presence within operational and manufacturing teams
* Use HR data and insights to support decision making and workforce planning
Qualifications
* CIPD Level 7 qualified or equivalent HR experience within a manufacturing environment
* Previous HR Business Partnering or HR advisory experience
* Strong employee relations and case management background
* Experience within manufacturing, engineering or operational environments
* Good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Experience supporting organisational change and performance management
* Ability to build strong relationships with managers and stakeholders
* Confident communicator with a practical and proactive approach
* Experience with HR systems, digital HR processes or HRIS implementation desirable
* Exposure to Lean or continuous improvement environments advantageous
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