HR Manager Location: West Midlands Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40,000-£50,000 DOE Due to continued growth, Major Recruitment are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the HR function and support business objectives for our well established client in Birmingham The HR Manager will take ownership of the full HR function, providing both strategic and operational support across the business. This role will act as a key partner to senior leadership, ensuring effective people management, compliance, and organisational development. Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments is highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all aspects of the HR function Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on HR strategy and employee matters Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including workforce planning, candidate selection, and making final hiring decisions in partnership with hiring managers Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with UK employment law Oversee employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance management Ensure full compliance with employment legislation and internal policies Support organisational development, succession planning, and talent management Drive employee engagement, retention, and wellbeing initiatives Oversee onboarding and induction processes Manage HR administration and support payroll coordination Monitor HR metrics and provide reports to senior management Lead change management and continuous improvement initiatives Manage absence, attendance, and return-to-work processes Requirements Proven experience in a HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role Strong employee relations experience and sound knowledge of UK employment law Experience within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial sectors preferred Demonstrable experience in managing recruitment processes and making hiring decisions Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on Qualifications CIPD Level 5 minimum (Level 7 desirable) or equivalent Up-to-date knowledge of HR best practice and employment legislation Why Join Us Established and stable business Opportunity to lead and shape the HR function Collaborative and supportive working environment Long-term career development opportunities INDAS