HR Manager (Part-Time) Location: Keighley, BD21 Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Permanent, Part-Time (approx. 20 hours per week) Howard James Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced HR Manager to join a well-established organisation on a part-time basis. This role offers around 20 hours per week, making it a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a better work–life balance — ideal for parents with children in school or anyone looking for reduced hours in a senior role. The Role As HR Manager, you’ll take the lead on the full employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding, to development, wellbeing, and employee relations. You’ll be responsible for shaping HR policy, ensuring compliance, and acting as a trusted partner to managers within the business. This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in driving engagement, supporting change, and embedding a positive culture across the workforce. Key Responsibilities * Act as the first point of contact for daily HR queries, supporting managers with their teams. * Manage employee relations casework including disciplinaries, grievances, disputes, absence, retirement and redundancy. * Work closely with union representatives on employee-related matters. * Advise managers on employment terms and conditions, sharing best practice. * Develop HR policies and procedures to improve performance and reduce disputes. * Lead on employee wellbeing initiatives. * Manage all HR administration, including contracts, new starter packs and letters. * Oversee recruitment and selection processes – from writing job descriptions to coordinating interviews. * Carry out new starter inductions. * Lead on learning and development, succession planning and talent management. * Drive alignment between HR strategy and business goals. * Review and update HR policies and processes in line with legislation. * Support change management initiatives and key HR projects. * Introduce and manage an appraisal system, ensuring effective performance reviews. Experience & Skills Required * CIPD Qualified (essential). * Proven HR generalist with at least 5 years’ experience (essential). * Experience working in a unionised environment (desirable). * Excellent knowledge of employment legislation and its application. * Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills. * Resilient, confident in conflict resolution, and able to maintain confidentiality. * Proactive, solutions-focused and a strong team player. * Experience supporting line managers through change programmes. ✨ If you’re a driven HR professional looking for a part-time opportunity that fits around your lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting role