HR Generalist - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Peterborough
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Full-time | 12-month FTC
Are you an experienced HR Generalist looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work at pace, and gain exposure across the full HR spectrum?
We're partnering with a fast-growing international manufacturing business who are going through an exciting period of transformation and investment. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, hands-on HR team where no two days are the same.
The Role
As HR Generalist, you'll be a key member of the site HR team, supporting both day-to-day operations and wider people initiatives. You'll also mentor a junior HR team member and play an important role in developing systems, processes, and engagement across the site.
This is a genuinely varied role with plenty of scope to get involved - from employee relations and training to HR projects and change activity.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on all aspects of HR and employee relations.
* Lead on case management including investigations, disciplinaries, and grievances.
* Support, coach, and mentor a junior HR team member.
* Maintain and improve HR systems, data accuracy, and reporting.
* Deliver training and onboarding initiatives to support workforce capability.
* Partner with line managers on recruitment, performance, and engagement.
* Contribute to HR projects and site-wide improvements as the business continues to grow.
About You
* Proven experience in a broad HR generalist role.
* Confident handling ER casework and providing sound employment law advice.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment - manufacturing experience would be an advantage.
* Strong HR systems knowledge and data-driven mindset.
* Collaborative, pragmatic, and confident building relationships at all levels.
* Experience managing or mentoring junior HR staff.
What's on Offer
* Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience).
* 12-month FTC with potential for further opportunity.
* Exposure to a wide range of HR projects and initiatives. xsngvjr
* Supportive, down-to-earth team culture in a growing, global organisation.
If you're a proactive HR professional who enjoys variety, pace, and the opportunity to shape how things are done, we'd love to hear from you.