HR Manager

hr-inspire Ltd; Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A successful SME in Potters Bar is seeking a part-time HR Manager/Advisor to implement HR strategies and manage employee lifecycle processes. The ideal candidate will have previous HR management experience, CIPD qualification or equivalent, and strong knowledge of UK employment law. This role offers a competitive salary of up to GBP45,000 FTE (pro rata) and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

Flexible working options

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Corporate healthcare cash plan

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an SME.
• Proven experience as a HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior management to design HR strategies.
• Manage the employee lifecycle from recruitment to exits.
• Lead on employee relations and support generalist HR functions.

Skills

HR Management experience

Knowledge of UK Employment Law

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: HR Manager / Advisor

Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, Onsite Based Role

Salary: Up to GBP45,000 FTE (pro rata, depending on experience)

Job type:Permanent,Part-Time, 3-4 days per week (Flexible Hours Available)

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a part-time role that combines strategic influence with hands‑on delivery? Our client is offering an exciting opportunity to join a successful SME with a growing international footprint, supporting their teams in the UK and Belgium. Our client is an independently owned business that has built a reputation for providing the highest quality products and solutions for global manufacturers since 1943. They have achieved multiple certifications, approvals, and industry accreditations, and all their companies hold BS EN ISO 9001, making them the preferred precision metals supplier for a wide range of manufacturing sectors.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a vital role in shaping and implementing people strategies that align with our clients' organisation's ambitions. This is a standalone, generalist HR position - ideal for someone who thrives in a varied and autonomous role.

Please note that this company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role.

What will the role involve?

• Partner with senior management to design and deliver HR strategies that support business goals.
• Provide expert guidance on all aspects of HR, Employment law, and policy-across UK and Belgium operations.
• Manage the complete employee lifecycle: Recruitment, Onboarding, Development, Performance, and Exits.
• Lead on employee relations, including disciplinary, grievances, and redundancy processes and provide generalist support.
• Maintain and improve HR policies and our HR information system.
• Analyse and report on key HR metrics, supporting strategic decision-making.
• Identify training needs and coordinate development initiatives across the business.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and support annual pay review processes.

What can you bring to the role?

Essential:

• Previous experience working in an SME
• CIPD qualified (Associate or working towards) or equivalent experience
• Proven experience as a HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor in a generalist capacity
• Strong up to date knowledge of UK Employment Law and HR best practice
• Confident working independently and influencing at a senior level
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.

What can we offer you?

• Competitive salary of up to GBP45,000 FTE (pro rata for part time/depending on experience)
• Company bonus scheme
• Flexible working options
• Support for continued professional development
• Collaborative, inclusive workplace culture
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Company pension scheme with income protection and death in service benefit
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Season ticket loans
• Corporate healthcare cash plan

Join us and make a meaningful impact, helping to shape the people practices of a business that's ambitious, growing, and values‑driven! Apply Today!