HR Leader

Think Specialist Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an HR contractor to lead their Stockport team for a 6-month contract. This role focuses on coaching team members and delivering HR projects effectively. The ideal candidate will be available immediately, have strong leadership skills, and be able to commute to the office. Hybrid working is an option, but commuting is necessary.

Qualifications

• Immediate availability to start.
• Able to commute to the Stockport office.

Responsibilities

• Line manage three HR team members, including running regular team meetings.
• Set clear objectives and priorities for team members.
• Plan, organise, and monitor delivery of HR projects.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Process improvement

Data integrity

Job description

Think Human Resources is supporting a business with the recruitment of an HR contractor to join their Stockport office for a 6-month contract. The business is looking for someone to start as soon as possible, so if you are available from December, this could be a great opportunity. Hybrid working is available, but you must be able to commute to the Stockport office.

The focus of this role will be to lead, coach, and coordinate a small HR team to successfully deliver HR projects, services, and operational priorities. The key emphasis is on planning, performance, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Line manage three HR team members, including running regular team meetings
• Set clear objectives and priorities for team members
• Allocate workload effectively based on business priorities and team capability
• Support team development, ensuring access to resources, training, and guidance
• Build a positive, accountable culture focused on delivery and continuous improvement
• Plan, organise, and monitor delivery of HR projects (e.g., onboarding improvements, HR policies, employee experience initiatives, system roll-outs)
• Implement simple, repeatable frameworks for project scoping, planning, and reporting
• Provide progress updates to the senior management team
• Improve operational effectiveness of HR processes, documentation, and communication
• Introduce or enhance tracking dashboards, KPIs, and service standards
• Ensure data integrity and compliance are maintained
• Promote consistent and professional communication from the HR team
• Escalate risks, challenges, and delivery barriers proactively

This role is ideal for a strong people manager who can make an immediate impact. You’ll be responsible for delivering key projects while supporting the company directors.

We are looking for someone who:

• Loves structure, efficiency, and dashboards
• Enjoys improving processes and building consistency
• Can align expectations with managers, manage communications, and build strong relationships across the wider organisation
• Is delivery-focused, with the ability to ensure projects, processes, and operations are executed effectively

Requirements

• Immediate availability to start
• Able to commute to the Stockport office

If you are a delivery-focused manager looking to lead an HR team and make an impact in a fast-paced environment, this could be a great 6-month opportunity for you.

Think Human Resources is the HR division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independently owned recruitment business. The HR division is responsible for recruiting permanent, temporary and contract roles within the field of Human Resources including HR Administrator, HR Assistant, HR Advisor, HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Head of HR, Employee Relations, talent, internal recruitment, Learning and Development, Compensation and Benefits/Reward and Recognition.