HR Lead: Build a New Function in Manufacturing

Adecco; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead their HR function. This newly created role involves building HR systems, managing performance, and promoting a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will have proven HR experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and the ability to manage employee relations. The position offers a competitive salary, 20 days of holiday, bank holidays, and Christmas shutdown. Apply today for a strategic and hands-on role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days holiday

Bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience, ideally in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Confident managing performance, absence, and conduct issues.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance management, appraisals, and employee development.
• Manage attendance, absence, and employee relations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning.
• Maintain HR compliance, policies, and employee records.
• Promote engagement, wellbeing, and positive culture.

Skills

HR experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Managing performance issues

Employee relations

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

A well-established manufacturing business seeks an experienced HR Manager to lead their HR function. This newly created role involves building HR systems, managing performance, and promoting a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will have proven HR experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and the ability to manage employee relations. The position offers a competitive salary, 20 days of holiday, bank holidays, and Christmas shutdown. Apply today for a strategic and hands-on role.