HR Manager

SF Recruitment; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Recruitment is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join a thriving manufacturing business in South Birmingham. The HR Manager will lead the HR function to drive strategic initiatives and foster HR excellence across the organization. Key responsibilities include implementing HR policies, leading a high-performing HR team, and advising senior leadership on people-related matters. The role offers hybrid working options and a competitive salary up to £90K, aligned with skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a strategic HR role within a complex environment.
• Background in the manufacturing sector is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable experience leading and growing a team.

Responsibilities

• Leading the HR strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Designing and implementing effective HR policies and governance controls.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on people-related matters.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Influencing Skills

Leadership

Strategic HR Management

Team Development

Organizational Design

Talent Management

Employee Engagement

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

SF are thrilled to be working with a fantastic manufacturing business who are on the look out for an experienced HR Manager to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in driving HR excellence across the organisation.

Based in South Birmingham, hybrid working available and paying up to £90K DOE

About the Role:

As HR Manager, you will take full ownership of the HR function, bringing a strong strategic vision to develop and embed robust HR controls, policies, and procedures that support our continued growth. You will lead and develop a high-performing HR team, championing a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

What You'll Be Doing:
- Leading the HR strategy in alignment with business objectives
- Designing and implementing effective HR policies, systems, and governance controls
- Upskilling and mentoring a team of HR professionals to deliver a best-in-class HR service
- Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on all people-related matters
- Driving initiatives around organisational design, talent management, and employee engagement
- Supporting a positive, proactive, and inclusive culture across the business

What We're Looking For:
- A confident, outgoing HR leader with strong interpersonal and influencing skills
- Proven experience in a strategic HR role, ideally within a complex or large-scale environment
- A track record of developing and embedding HR frameworks and practices
- Demonstrable experience leading and growing a team
- Background in the manufacturing sector is highly desirable, though not essential
- CIPD qualification or equivalent is a plus

If you are interested in finding our more, please apply now.