HR Manager

JR United Kingdom; Castleford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

Are you passionate about people and driven to make a real impact in a fast-paced, supportive environment? Our client is looking for a proactive HR Manager to join a growing team in Castleford.

As the sole HR Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting both employees and managers across a broad range of HR functions. This role will be covering a multi-site and circa of 150 employees, covering performance management to supporting policy development and staff wellbeing. This is a hands-on, stand-alone role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice and support on employee relations issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management.
• Support managers with performance management and coaching conversations.
• Assist with policy development and implementation.
• Contribute to HR projects focused on employee engagement, wellbeing, and organisational development.
• Maintain up-to-date HR records and ensure compliance with employment law and internal policies.
• Collaborate with leaders to develop clear, consistent, and engaging job descriptions that support recruitment and internal progression.
• Act as a trusted advisor to line managers, coaching them through people processes and building their confidence in handling day-to-day HR matters.
• Identify development needs and support the design and delivery of learning initiatives that drive personal growth and team capability.

What We're Looking For:

• A wealth of experience in generalist HR.
• Educated to degree level in Human Resources Business Administration and/or a formal HR certification.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Passionate about supporting people to grow and managers to lead effectively.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Company Offers:

• Be part of a people-first and collaborative organisation where your ideas and expertise will shape the way we grow.
• Opportunities for learning and professional development.
• 33 days of annual leave and other perks.
• Work on meaningful projects that directly impact employee experience and organisational success.