HR Manager

William Grant & Sons; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned Scottish drinks company is seeking a skilled HR Manager to lead employee relations and drive data-led decision-making. This role involves collaborating with global stakeholders and shaping the company's people strategy within a values-driven organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for data. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus plan

Generous holiday entitlement

Private healthcare

Defined contribution pension plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance cover

Product allocation

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning resources

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience, preferably in FMCG or a global environment.
• Strong communication skills to influence and build trust.
• Passion for using data for meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Support managers in building high-performing teams.
• Analyse HR data to inform decisions.
• Drive improvements in HR systems and processes.

Skills

HR experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Change management

Job description

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We are a family-owned Scottish company with a proud heritage and a portfolio of premium drinks brands enjoyed globally. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking a skilled and motivated HR Manager to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to lead employee relations, drive data-led decision-making, and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across international markets. You will help shape our people strategy and support the ongoing transformation of our HR systems and processes.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide coaching and support to managers to build high-performing teams and lead employee relations matters with professionalism and integrity.
• Analyse HR data to generate insights and inform decisions.
• Collaborate with global HR and business stakeholders to align initiatives.
• Drive improvements in HR systems, processes, and employee experience through project groups and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support employee engagement, development, and contribute to evolving a modern, effective HR function.

Our Ideal Candidate

• You will have proven HR experience, preferably within FMCG or a fast-paced, global environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust.
• An analytical mindset with a passion for using data to achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Tenacious attitude towards navigating change and committed to continuous improvement.

This is a unique opportunity to join a values-driven organization that blends tradition with innovation. If you are passionate about people and eager to make a global impact, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of HR in a business built on quality, heritage, and ambition.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits designed to promote financial wellbeing, including eligibility for a bonus plan.
• Generous holiday entitlement, with options to buy or sell holiday days.
• Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service).
• Defined contribution pension plan with company contributions of 8% or 10%, depending on employee contributions (4% or 5%), with salary sacrifice options.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support on medical, financial, legal, home, and family matters.
• Life Assurance cover of eight times your annual basic salary.
• Product allocation to enjoy our portfolio of brands.
• Cycle to Work scheme to hire a bike at a reduced cost, saving at least 25%.
• Opportunity to claim up to £1,000 annually for charitable activities you participate in.
• Learning resources to support your personal and professional development.