HR Manager

Cast UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business seeks its first in-house HR Manager to shape its HR function. This unique role combines strategic oversight and hands-on involvement, allowing you to develop HR policies, champion employee well-being, and ensure compliance. Join a values-driven company offering a chance to make a real impact in a people-first workplace.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience as a generalist HR professional, ideally in manufacturing.
• Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused individual.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with company values.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management.
• Manage employee relations and ensure compliance with employment law.

Skills

Understanding of UK employment law

Excellent communication

HR systems and IT skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

HR Manager - Build and Lead a People-First Function

About the Role

Are you ready to make your mark as the first in-house HR Manager at a growing manufacturing business? This is a unique opportunity to shape the HR function from the ground up in a company with a long-standing reputation for quality and safety. You'll work closely with the leadership team to embed a positive, inclusive culture while supporting managers across the full employee lifecycle.

This hands-on, strategic role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a tangible difference in a business that's embracing continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and implement HR policies and practices aligned with company values
• Champion employee wellbeing and foster a supportive workplace culture
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management
• Provide HR guidance and coaching to managers and supervisors
• Manage employee relations, ensuring fair and compliant processes
• Oversee HR admin and streamline operations through digital tools
• Ensure compliance with employment law and liaise with external HR consultants

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years' experience as a generalist HR professional, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or an SME
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Comfortable working independently and influencing at all levels
• Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused
• Excellent communicator with solid HR systems and IT skills

Nice to Have

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent
• Experience with change management or implementing new HR systems
• Familiarity with health & safety in a manufacturing context

What's on Offer

• The chance to shape a brand-new HR function and truly influence the culture
• A supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement
• A values-driven company with a clear growth vision
• Competitive salary and benefits

Ready to make a real impact in a standalone HR role? Apply today and help build a people-first workplace from the inside out.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom