HR Manager

Johnson Matthey; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global sustainable technology company is seeking an HR Manager based in Royston. The successful candidate will provide HR advisory support and manage complex employee relations, ensuring effective implementation of organizational change initiatives. This role requires strong knowledge of local employment law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to travel across the South of the UK. Competitive benefits include retirement savings, medical plans, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Share plans

House saving funds

Life and disability insurance

Medical plans / health assessments

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in HR management and organizational change.
• Ability to partner with managers effectively.
• Capability to manage complex employee relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead local implementation of organizational change initiatives.
• Partner with managers to cascade change plans.
• Manage complex employee relations cases.

Skills

Strong knowledge of local employment law and HR practices

Proven experience in HR advisory or employee relations roles

Demonstrated experience implementing organizational change locally

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to travel regularly across the South of the UK

Job description

Overview

HR Manager Location: Royston (with regular travel across the South of the UK)

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With over 200 years of history, join us and help accelerate the transition to net zero.

As a HR Manager, you’ll provide HR advisory support to managers and lead the local implementation of organizational change initiatives. You’ll ensure priorities are embedded effectively, risks are managed, and managers are equipped to lead their teams through transition.

Responsibilities

• Lead local implementation of organizational change initiatives (e.g., design changes, performance frameworks, engagement programmes).
• Partner with managers to cascade and embed change plans effectively.
• Manage complex employee relations cases (disciplinary, grievance, performance, absence).
• Provide expert HR advice on policy interpretation and escalate high-risk cases when needed.
• Act as the bridge between enterprise frameworks and local execution, ensuring joined-up delivery with People Operations and Business Partners.

Key skills

• Strong knowledge of local employment law and HR practices.
• Proven experience in HR advisory or employee relations roles.
• Demonstrated experience implementing organizational change locally.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; pragmatic and solutions-focused.
• Ability to travel regularly across the South of the UK.

What we offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings
• Share plans
• Saving accounts
• House saving funds
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter allowances and loans
• Medical plans / health assessments
• Fitness discounts

Additional information

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career! At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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