HR Manager

D R Newitt & Associates; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gourmet food distributor in North West London is looking for an experienced HR Manager to oversee all HR functions. The successful candidate will lead HR initiatives, ensuring compliance with UK employment law and supporting recruitment and employee engagement within a dynamic food distribution environment. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a passion for responsible business practice. The position offers a salary range of £40,000–£50,000 and includes benefits.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR management or a senior HR advisory role.
• Genuine passion for people, sustainability, and responsible business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR function, ensuring compliance with UK employment law.
• Support managers with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention initiatives.
• Manage employee relations cases, including investigations and performance reviews.
• Deliver HR insights and reporting to support strategic decisions.

Skills

HR experience within the food manufacturing, food distribution, or FMCG sector

Strong understanding of UK employment law

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Approachable and solutions-focused leadership style

CIPD Level 5 qualification (or above)

Job description

HR Manager – B-Corp Gourmet Food Distributor

North West London

40,000–£50,000 DOE + Benefits

Full-time, Permanent, 2 night shifts per month required

Are you an experienced HR professional from the food industry, ready to take the next step into an HR Manager role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a certified B-Corp gourmet food distributor in North West London, a business dedicated to building a more ethical and sustainable food system.

About the Company

Our client is a B-Corp certified gourmet food distributor, supplying some of the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, and sourced, premium ingredients.

The Role

The HR Manager will oversee all HR functions across the business, ensuring policies, procedures, and people practices align with the company’s culture and operational needs.

Working closely with the senior management team, this individual will support recruitment, employee engagement, compliance, and workforce development within a fast-paced food distribution environment.

The role will also require two night shifts per month to ensure consistent HR visibility and engagement with the night operations team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR function, ensuring full compliance with UK employment law and company policy
• Support managers with recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention initiatives
• Manage employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinaries, and performance reviews
• Maintain HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Deliver HR insights and reporting to support strategic decisions
• Promote wellbeing, engagement, and positive workplace culture
• Provide HR presence and support across all shifts

Your Skills & Experience

• Previous HR experience within the food manufacturing, food distribution, or FMCG sector is essential
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR management or a senior HR advisory role
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Comfortable working closely with warehouse and operational teams
• Approachable, pragmatic, and solutions-focused leadership style
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or above) preferred
• Genuine passion for people, sustainability, and responsible business