Hr Generalist

Meriden Media; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Professional development and training

International collaboration and travel

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Meriden Media is seeking a HR Generalist to support our UK facility in Kingswinford. This hands-on role partners with leaders to drive HR excellence, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and delivering operational HR support.

The role offers ownership across HR processes, benefits, recruitment, and employee development, with occasional travel to Head Office in Europe. Onsite London UK, with opportunities for professional growth within the UK HR team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a hands-on HR Generalist role.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience maintaining HR processes and ensuring compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and HRIS.
• Ability to work with leaders and collaborate across HR teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational leaders to provide day-to-day HR guidance and support.
• Monitor UK employment trends and legislation to maintain compliance.
• Manage employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives.
• Support absence management and policy compliance.
• Lead recruitment activities and manage external partners.
• Collaborate with HRIS, Health & Safety, and Employee Development teams.
• Contribute to UK-focused projects and continuous improvement.

Skills

Operational HR

Relationship building

Coaching leaders

Analytical thinking

Change management

Education

CIPD Level 5

Tools

Microsoft 365

HRIS systems

Job description

We are very excited to be recruiting a HR Generalist to support our leading manufacturing client based in Kingswinford.

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys a hands-on, operational role while partnering closely with leaders to support business success.

This position offers significant ownership, broad exposure across the business, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment alongside talented colleagues and an experienced leadership team. The role provides excellent opportunities for learning, development, and involvement in UK-specific HR initiatives.

What You Will Do

As the HR Generalist, you will serve as a trusted partner to operational leaders and employees, ensuring effective HR support across our UK facility while collaborating with the wider EMEA People and Culture team. Key responsibilities include:

• Partner with business leaders to provide day-to-day HR guidance and support
• Monitor UK employment trends, legislation, and best practices to maintain compliance
• Manage employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
• Support absence management processes and ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations
• Maintain and improve HR processes, procedures, and operational practices
• Lead and coordinate recruitment activities, including managing external recruitment partners
• Collaborate closely with HR specialists in HRIS, Health & Safety, and Employee Development
• Participate in UK-focused projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Use data and insights to support HR decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement

What We Are Looking For

• CIPD Level 5 qualification
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a generalist HR role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Experience in maintaining HR processes and ensuring compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and HR systems.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills :

• Enjoys operational, hands-on HR work.
• Builds strong relationships and partnerships across all levels of an organization.
• Is curious, collaborative, and highly engaged with people.
• Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Has a practical, no-ego approach and a good sense of humour.
• Is comfortable providing guidance and coaching to leaders and employees.
• Thrives in a visible, onsite role where relationship-building is key.

This is a full-time onsite position based in Kingswinford, Occasional travel to the Europe to the Head Office, is expected, approximately 3-4 times per year.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, there are a wide range of benefits which include the following:

• Company pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• International collaboration and travel opportunities.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives.