HR Manager

E3 Recruitment; Runcorn; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organisation in Runcorn is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a fixed-term maternity cover contract of 12 months. In this strategic role, you will manage the full HR cycle, ensuring compliance with UK employment legislation. The ideal candidate has a degree in HR management and at least 8 years of HR experience. The role offers hybrid work options and competitive benefits.

Benefits

1 day per week working from home

Up to 11% employer pension

Annual bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Option for an additional 5 days holiday or 2% bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' HR experience in a generalist role.
• Ability to coach, advise, and develop managers and teams.
• Experience with industrial and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full Human Resources cycle, including recruitment and onboarding.
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with legal and business objectives.
• Lead industrial and employee relations efforts.

Skills

HR experience

Understanding of UK employment law

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Coaching and advising skills

Education

Degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a leading manufacturing organisation in Runcorn on a fixed-term maternity cover contract for 12 months.Benefits include 1 day per week working from home, up to 11% employer pension, annual bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, option for an additional 5 days holiday or 2% bonus.

This is a key strategic role supporting a site currently undergoing significant investment and transformation.You'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one as the business advances through a large commissioning project.

The Role

As HR Manager, you will take full ownership of the end-to-end employee lifecycle, ensuring the delivery of a people-focused HR strategy that supports both short- and long-term business goals.You'll provide expert guidance to the site leadership team while ensuring compliance with UK and EU employment legislation.

Your responsibilities will include

• Managing the full Human Resources cycle - recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, engagement, and offboarding
• Developing and implementing effective policies and procedures aligned with legal and business objectives
• Leading on industrial and employee relations, including working closely with employee representatives and trade unions

About You

We're looking for a confident and hands-on HR professional with a strong background in managing the full Human Resources function.You will be comfortable working independently whilst influencing senior leaders and driving cultural improvement.

Key skills and experience

• Degree-level qualification in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years' HR experience, with a strong generalist background
• Proven ability to coach, advise, and develop managers and teams
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and Human Resources best practice
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Clean UK driving licence

Please apply direct for further information regarding this HR Manager opportunity.