HR Manager

Hewett Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 413,000 - 496,000; Part time

Job summary

Hewett Recruitment in Worcester is seeking an experienced Interim HR Manager on a part‑time basis to lead the HR function, advising managers and staff across the organisation. The role focuses on practical HR delivery, policy development and compliance in a busy environment.

You will coordinate payroll, handle employee relations with discretion, and drive HR initiatives aligned with company values. Immediate start, 15 hours per week, office-based.

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification.
• Strong generalist HR experience in stand-alone or small-team environments.
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice and employee relations.
• Hands-on payroll coordination and compliance experience.
• Ability to manage sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion and confidence.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies, procedures and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical HR advice and support across the organisation.
• Manage employee relations, maintain compliance.
• Support implementation and development of HR policies, procedures and systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels to keep people practices effective.

Skills

HR generalist

Employee relations

Communication

Problem solving

Payroll coordination

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Interim HR Manager - Part-Time

£20.50 per hour

2 days per week Office Based in Worcester

Immdediate start

Temp until Christmas

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, proactive and people-focused HR professional to join our team as Interim HR Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on candidate to take ownership of the HR function on an interim basis, supporting colleagues across the organisation and helping to maintain a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment.

You will play a key role in providing practical HR advice, managing employee relations, maintaining compliance and supporting the implementation and development of HR policies, procedures and systems.

Working closely with colleagues at all levels, you will help ensure our people practices remain effective, compliant and aligned with our organisational values.

We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, work confidently and independently, and adapt quickly to the needs of a busy sporting environment.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification.
• Strong generalist HR experience, ideally gained in a stand‑alone or small‑team environment.
• A sound working knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice and employee relations.
• Hands‑on experience in payroll coordination and compliance.
• The ability to manage sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion and confidence.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies, procedures and systems.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem‑solving skills.

You will be confident taking ownership of HR matters, building positive relationships and providing practical, trusted advice to managers and colleagues. Previous experience in an interim or fixed‑term HR role would be advantageous.

Right to work: You must have the right to work in the UK or be able to obtain it by your start date. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

This is a part-time interim position working 15 hours per week over 2 days