HR and Finance Manager

Bis Henderson; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European automotive supplier is seeking a HR and Finance Manager to establish their UK operation. This dynamic role involves leading HR functions and supporting financial activities in a fast-paced environment, ideal for a proactive professional with strong leadership skills and relevant experience in the automotive sector.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar HR-focused role with finance exposure.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes and UK employment laws.
• Experience in establishing HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end HR operations including recruitment and payroll coordination.
• Support financial activities including budget planning and cost tracking.
• Ensure legal compliance and implementation of Group policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational Skills

Education

Qualification in Human Resources

Tools

MS Office

HR Systems (e.g., Workday)

Finance Systems (e.g., SAP)

Job description

We have a very exciting opportunity for a HR and Finance Manager to join a European tier 1 automotive supplier in a new and varied role as they establish their UK operation.

You will have strong HR knowledge and leadership experience from within a manufacturing environment, together with exposure to finance activities including budget planning and cost tracking. You will play a key role in supporting both the people and the business in a fast–paced, international environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end–to–end HR operations: recruitment, onboarding, training, payroll coordination, performance management, and employee relations
• Ensure legal compliance and implementation of Group policies
• Act as a key contact for employees, fostering a collaborative workplace culture
• Support financial activities including budget planning, forecast management, cost tracking, and monthly reporting
• Coordinate audits, office organisation, and support general plant management activities

Key Skills & Experience:

• Qualification in Human Resources
• 3+ years of experience in a similar HR–focused role, ideally with finance exposure
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, UK employment laws
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with HR (e.g., Workday) or finance systems (e.g., SAP)
• Experience in the automotive sector is highly desirable
• A proactive approach with experience in establishing HR operations

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All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role.