HR Manager – M&A Integration & Global Business Partnering Location: Lancaster (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 benefits Hours: Flexible start between 7am–9am | 37.5 hours per week An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a fast-growing international business and play a pivotal role in a major M&A HR integration project. Based in Lancaster, this role will support the integration of a recently acquired UK business and then evolve into a broader HR Business Partner position within the company’s global division. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility, variety, and the chance to work as part of a forward-thinking, international HR function. The Role Phase 1 – HR Integration (M&A): Act as a key member of the HR integration team for the UK acquisition Support the implementation of global HR policies and processes (e.g. Rewards, Job Architecture, Lifecycle processes, Labour Market Strategy) Partner with the existing local HR team to understand and align current practices Provide onsite support to leaders and employees during change and integration activity Drive communication and foster alignment across global and local HR teamsPhase 2 – HR Business Partnering (post-integration): Deliver HR Business Partner support to a defined area within the wider global business Provide guidance on recruitment, performance management, employee engagement, development, and succession planning Ensure line managers are supported and fully informed on HR policy and best practice Advise on UK employment law, ER issues, and collective agreements Participate in wider European or global HR projects based on interest and workloadAbout you: CIPD level 5 or 7 Minimum 5 years’ experience in an HR Business Partnering role within a large or international business Strong working knowledge of UK labour law, tax, and social security Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all levels Able to work collaboratively within a matrixed organisation Highly organised with a proactive, structured approach to delivery Experience in M&A, HR integration or transformation projects is a strong advantageWhy Apply? Be at the forefront of a high-profile HR integration programme Work in a collaborative and supportive global HR team Flexible hybrid working with autonomy to manage your time Exposure to international HR projects and career development opportunities