HR Manager

EA First Compass House; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned business in Bishop's Stortford seeks an experienced HRBP or Interim HR Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves hands-on HR support during organisational transitions, managing ER cases, and driving key HR projects. Candidates should have experience in fast-paced environments like manufacturing or logistics, and must be adaptable and proactive. This opportunity offers a competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000, onsite parking, and a culture focused on inclusivity and engagement.

Benefits

Salary of £50,000 - £60,000

Onsite parking

Competitive benefits package

Inclusive and friendly culture

Visible impact across HR operations

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing, logistics, or operations environment.
• Confident in handling complex employee relations matters.
• Available to start in January and commit for 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR contact during organisational transitions.
• Provide robust support for complex employee relations cases.
• Partner with Operations and Senior Management teams.
• Drive HR projects aligned with business needs.
• Support recruitment and onboarding processes.

Skills

HRBP or HR Manager experience

Handling complex ER matters

Resilience and pragmatism

Positive and adaptable mindset

Engaging with teams

Job description

I am supporting a well‑established, family‑owned business with multiple UK sites, operating within a specialist service and installation environment. The company has experienced rapid growth in recent years, and is now seeking an experienced HRBP or Interim HR Manager to join them on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract, with strong potential for extension.

This opportunity has arisen due to internal HR transitions, and the successful candidate will play a critical role in providing hands‑on HR support across the business, partnering closely with Operations and senior leadership.

This is a busy, varied, and operationally focused position, well suited to someone who enjoys being visible in the business and working at pace. You'll manage day‑to‑day HR activity, take the lead on ER cases, and support a number of ongoing projects, all while helping to maintain a positive and engaged culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR contact during a period of organisational transition
• Provide robust ER support, including managing complex cases
• Partner closely with the Operations and Senior Management teams
• Drive and deliver HR projects aligned to business needs
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning where required
• Build strong on‑site relationships and provide pragmatic HR guidance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HRBP or HR Manager in manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, operations, or similar fast‑paced environments
• Confident handling complex ER matters
• Resilient, pragmatic, and comfortable making tough decisions
• High energy, positive and adaptable. Strong cultural fit is essential
• Enjoys being office‑based and engaging directly with teams
• Available to start in January and able to commit to the duration

Benefits

• Salary of £50,000 - £60,000
• Onsite parking provided
• Competitive benefits package
• A friendly, inclusive, people‑focused culture
• Chance to join a successful, growing organisation during an exciting phase
• Opportunity to make a visible impact across HR operations and project

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this fixed term contract vacancy.