HR Generalist

The Collective Network; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing international manufacturing business in Peterborough seeks an experienced HR Generalist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this diverse role, you'll support daily HR operations, mentor a junior HR team member, and lead various HR projects. Key responsibilities include guiding managers on employee relations, maintaining HR systems, and contributing to site-wide improvements. The role offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000, exposure to numerous HR initiatives, and the chance to work in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive team culture

Exposure to HR projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a broad HR generalist role.
• Confident handling ER casework and providing sound employment law advice.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance on all HR aspects.
• Lead on case management including investigations.
• Support and mentor a junior HR team member.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Employee relations

Mentoring junior staff

Data-driven mindset

Collaboration

Job description

HR Generalist - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

📍 Peterborough
💰 £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
🕒 Full-time | 12-month FTC

Are you an experienced HR Generalist looking for a role where you can make a real impact, work at pace, and gain exposure across the full HR spectrum?

We’re partnering with a fast‑growing international manufacturing business who are going through an exciting period of transformation and investment. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, hands‑on HR team where no two days are the same.

The Role

As HR Generalist, you’ll be a key member of the site HR team, supporting both day‑to‑day operations and wider people initiatives. You’ll also mentor a junior HR team member and play an important role in developing systems, processes, and engagement across the site.

This is a genuinely varied role with plenty of scope to get involved – from employee relations and training to HR projects and change activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on all aspects of HR and employee relations.
• Lead on case management including investigations, disciplinaries, and grievances.
• Support, coach, and mentor a junior HR team member.
• Maintain and improve HR systems, data accuracy, and reporting.
• Deliver training and onboarding initiatives to support workforce capability.
• Partner with line managers on recruitment, performance, and engagement.
• Contribute to HR projects and site‑wide improvements as the business continues to grow.

About You

• Proven experience in a broad HR generalist role.
• Confident handling ER casework and providing sound employment law advice.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, operational environment – manufacturing experience would be an advantage.
• Strong HR systems knowledge and data‑driven mindset.
• Collaborative, pragmatic, and confident building relationships at all levels.
• Experience managing or mentoring junior HR staff.

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience).
• 12‑month FTC with potential for further opportunity.
• Exposure to a wide range of HR projects and initiatives.
• Supportive, down‑to‑earth team culture in a growing, global organisation.

If you’re a proactive HR professional who enjoys variety, pace, and the opportunity to shape how things are done, we’d love to hear from you.