HR Manager

Big Sky Additions; Brandon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing innovative business in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead their HR strategy and enhance employee engagement. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with leadership and implement effective recruitment and retention initiatives. Ideal candidates should have expertise in UK employment law and a strong record in workforce development. A CIPD qualification is desirable.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager in manufacturing, engineering, or construction.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Track record in recruitment, retention, and employee development.

Responsibilities

• Drive HR strategy in line with business growth.
• Lead recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Design learning & development programmes.

Skills

HR strategy development

Employee engagement

Recruitment and retention

Knowledge of UK employment law

Relationship-building skills

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

HR Manager

Location: Brandon

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Contract: Full-time, permanent

Are you an experienced HR Manager with a passion for people and culture? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, innovative business entering an exciting phase of growth and is looking for a strategic, hands-on HR professional to lead its people agenda.

The Role

As HR Manager, you'll be part of the Core Leadership Team, working closely with Directors and senior managers to shape and deliver the people strategy. This role is both strategic and operational, giving you the chance to influence culture, strengthen employee engagement, and ensure the business attracts, retains, and develops top talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving HR strategy in line with business growth plans.
• Leading recruitment and retention initiatives across multiple sites.
• Designing and delivering learning & development programmes.
• Championing employee engagement, wellbeing, and inclusivity.
• Overseeing employee relations, policies, and compliance with UK employment law.
• Partnering with operational managers to support workforce planning and succession.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and credible HR professional with:

• Proven experience as an HR Manager ideally in a manufacturing, engineering, or construction environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• A successful track record in recruitment, retention, and employee development.
• Experience in culture change and engagement initiatives.
• Excellent influencing and relationship‑building skills at all levels.
• A collaborative, hands‑on approach.
• Flexibility to travel monthly to another UK site.

(CIPD qualification and knowledge of workforce planning and organisational design are highly desirable.)

Why Apply?

• Be part of a forward‑thinking, growing business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.
• Play a central role in shaping the people strategy of a national manufacturing organisation.
• Work alongside a collaborative leadership team who value input and new ideas.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Please apply online or contact Sam Holt at Big Sky Additions for a confidential chat.