HR Manager

Drnewitt; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering fibre packaging company in Scotland is seeking an experienced HR Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting production and R&D. The ideal candidate will lead HR processes, ensure compliance, and champion a strong workplace culture. With a focus on delivering sustainable packaging solutions, this position requires strong HR leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and technical confidence with HR systems. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to impact the company's growth and sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven HR leadership experience ideally within a manufacturing, R&D or FMCG.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A proactive, compassionate and collaborative style.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, recruitment and performance management.
• Administer HR systems, records and benefits with strict GDPR compliance.
• Drive employee engagement communication of policies and training initiatives.
• Support operational delivery by aligning HR with production and R&D objectives.
• Champion Health & Safety compliance and continuous improvement.
• Play a key role in implementing a new HR platform to support business growth.

Skills

Advertising Management

Arabic Speaking

Hr Executive Recruitment

Logistics & Administration

Drafting

Investment Management

Tools

HR systems

MS Office

documentation management

Job description

Job Description

Pulpex is a pioneering fibre packaging company delivering scalable renewable packaging solutions. Their fibre-based first‑of‑its‑kind bottles uses cutting‑edge innovation to drive significant change in the eco‑packaging space.

In the UK more than 38.5 million plastic bottles are used every day with approximately 16 million ending up in landfill being incinerated or polluting our environment and waterways. The UK’s 25-Year Environment Plan aims to double resource productivity and eliminate avoidable plastic waste by 2050. Companies like Pulpex are vital for delivering affordable scalable solutions that support a more sustainable future for consumer goods and professional products.

As HR Manager you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting both the production output and R&D programmes, embedding Pulpex’s values and ensuring you meet their ambitious goals. You’ll work closely with leadership and cross‑functional teams acting as both a trusted advisor and cultural ambassador.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, recruitment and performance management.
• Administer HR systems, records and benefits with strict GDPR compliance.
• Drive employee engagement communication of policies and training initiatives.
• Support operational delivery by aligning HR with production and R&D objectives.
• Champion Health & Safety compliance and continuous improvement.
• Play a key role in implementing a new HR platform to support business growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven HR leadership experience ideally within a manufacturing, R&D or FMCG.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A proactive, compassionate and collaborative style.
• Technical confidence with HR systems, MS Office and documentation management.

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

Advertising Management, Arabic Speaking, Hr Executive Recruitment, Logistics & Administration, Drafting, Investment Management

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1