HR Manager

GKN Aerospace; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer located in Bristol is seeking a Site HR Manager to align people strategies with operational goals. This role combines strategic vision and hands-on execution, involving HR initiatives like talent pipeline development and cultural change. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and substantial HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting. Competitive salary and flexible working hours are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Industry Leading Pension Scheme

Life Assurance 8 x salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience across multiple HR functions.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Align people strategies with operational goals and foster organizational effectiveness.
• Design and implement tailored HR solutions.
• Cultivate partnerships to create a high-performing workforce.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Leadership experience

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency with MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business

Tools

HRIS/HRMS platforms

Job description

Overview

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

As the Site HR Manager you will align people strategies with the operational goals and growth ambitions of the organization. Your mission is to drive organizational effectiveness, enhance productivity, and foster a culture of innovation and engagement. This role demands both strategic vision and hands-on execution, as you will shape and implement human capital strategies that fuel growth, build talent pipelines, and drive change across the site. As a leader, you’ll influence and support key HR initiatives, ensuring they integrate seamlessly with broader business objectives. This role is office based at our Filton site in Bristol.

What You'll Contribute

• Strategic Partner: Cultivate strong partnerships throughout the organization, aligning people strategies to create a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Tailored HR Solutions: Design and implement HR initiatives that are customized to meet the unique needs of the business, driving performance and goal achievement.
• Change Agent: Serve as a credible HR leader and business partner, owning end-to-end execution of HR functions while identifying and driving meaningful change.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Ensure the site attracts, develops, and retains top talent at all levels, maintaining a continuous and diverse talent pipeline.
• Thought Partner: Collaborate with the Site Leadership Team to align people strategies with business goals, positioning HR as a key enabler of site success.
• HR Expertise: Partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to proactively deliver initiatives that align with overall business and HR strategies.
• Culture & Talent Development: Lead cultural change efforts through strategic HR programs with a strong focus on talent management, employee development, and leadership coaching.
• Data-Driven Insights: Present relevant HR metrics and insights to guide business decisions, ensuring that human resources strategies drive measurable impact.
• Versatile Leader: Be both strategic and hands-on, providing expertise across organizational development, coaching, change management, compensation, employee relations, and conflict resolution.
• Additional Duties: Other responsibilities as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of HR Generalist experience across multiple HR functions (e.g., staffing, compensation, benefits, labor law), with leadership experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Desirable:

• Experience within GKN or the aerospace manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with HRIS/HRMS platforms.
• Recognized HR certification (e.g., SHRM, PHR).
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Join our team as we empower people, drive innovation, and fuel business success through dynamic HR leadership!

What We'll Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme – we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
• Life Assurance 8 x salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment
• We offer learning and development opportunities to support your career progression as part of a global business

Why Join Us

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working. Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’ last year. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.