Regional Human Resources Manager

TN United Kingdom; Burgess Hill; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the aviation training sector is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to shape employee culture and drive HR strategy across multiple locations. This full-time role offers hybrid working and requires extensive HR experience, particularly in multi-site environments. The successful candidate will influence organizational goals and ensure effective HR service delivery, while fostering a proactive and innovative team culture.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid working model

Travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of UK and Austrian employment law.
• Experience in multi-site HR management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and development to HR professionals across the region.
• Develop and deploy HR strategy aligned with global HR mandates.
• Review HR processes for compliance and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Change Leadership

Data-driven decision-making

Influencing skills

Problem-solving

Education

University Degree in Human Resources or Management

MBA

CIPD accreditation

Job description

Regional Human Resources Manager, Burgess Hill

Client:

CAE

Location:

Burgess Hill, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

Job training

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Role and Responsibilities

Join our Business Aviation Training Centres in Burgess Hill (West Sussex) or Vienna, Austria as Regional Human Resources Manager where you will contribute to shaping a positive employee culture, developing and implementing the regional HR strategy aligned with business goals, and building and maintaining a strong local and regional employer brand.

The role we are offering you:

This role will provide HR leadership and strategic partnership to the Vice President EMEAA, Business Aviation, and Helicopter Aviation Training and their teams. It will also align with the regional HR teams and leverage the global HR network to drive the regional strategy and support the global HR organization. You will report directly to the Global Director of Human Resources for Business Aviation, Helicopter Aviation, and Maintenance Training.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to a team of HR professionals to ensure effective HR service delivery across the region.
• Create trust, maintain confidentiality, and influence leaders and colleagues to accept recommendations and programs, even where interest may be limited.
• Develop and deploy the HR strategy for the region, aligning with the global HR mandate to drive business results through people.
• Assess current talent, anticipate future needs, and develop organizational design, performance management, and sourcing strategies.
• Review HR processes and policies for compliance with legislation, business needs, and efficiency, exploring opportunities for shared services across training centers.
• Proven experience as an HR Manager supporting multi-site locations in a matrix environment, with 10+ years of HR experience and at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices in the UK and Austria; experience in Asia is a plus.
• Ability to partner with and influence senior leaders and executives.
• Passion for results and positive impact, with data-driven decision-making skills.
• University Degree in Human Resources or Management; MBA and/or CIPD accreditation is advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Experience handling complex situations requiring ingenuity and decisiveness.

What kind of person will succeed in this team?

We are seeking someone with Change Leadership experience, a proactive “roll-up-the-sleeves” attitude, high energy, and a positive “can-do” mindset. You should think beyond immediate problems to broader implications, be accountable, and see the wider business impact of your decisions. Creativity and innovation in solving complex problems, and contributing to new concepts and standards, are essential. Your work will influence CAE’s mid- to long-term goals at local, regional, and global levels.

The position offers hybrid working, based at our Training Centres in Burgess Hill or Vienna, with a full-time, permanent contract. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week, with travel up to 30%.

We offer a competitive benefits package, depending on location.