HR Manager

Morepeople 01780; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering company in Peterborough is seeking an HR Manager to take ownership of the HR function. The role involves managing the full employee life cycle, driving talent acquisition, and overseeing employee relations, all while ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in engineering or manufacturing, alongside CIPD qualifications. This is a hands-on role perfect for proactive HR professionals.

Qualifications

• Experience in the engineering or manufacturing sector is essential.
• Proven HR Generalist or HR Manager experience in a standalone role.
• Hands-on experience in recruitment, employee relations, and absence management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee life cycle from recruitment to exit.
• Drive talent acquisition and employee relations.
• Build and embed HR policies and processes.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Coaching and support skills

Proactive mindset

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

HR Manager

Are you a hands-on HR Generalist ready to step up and own the HR function in a thriving, fast-growing engineering company?

This is your chance to make an impact from day one. We're partnering with a highly ambitious engineering business that is scaling rapidly. They've created this brand-new standalone HR Manager role to support their next phase of growth, and they need your expertise to make it happen.

Main Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the full employee life cycle - from recruitment to exit.
• Drive talent acquisition, bringing in the best engineering talent to fuel business growth.
• Lead on employee relations - guiding managers through complex cases with confidence.
• Coach and support managers, helping them lead high-performing, engaged teams.
• Oversee absence management and ensure compliance with UK employment law.
• Build and embed HR policies and processes that support a growing organisation.
• Be the go-to HR partner for the leadership team and the employees.

Required

• Essential: Previous experience in the engineering or manufacturing sector - we will not consider applicants without this.
• Proven HR Generalist or HR Manager experience in a standalone role.
• Hands-on experience across recruitment, employee relations, and absence management.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Confidence in coaching and supporting managers at all levels.
• CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above)
• A proactive, can-do mindset

Location

Peterborough

How to Apply

If you are interested, please apply below, alternatively, contact Sandra on 07375 967911 or [e-mail]

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