HR Manager - Contact Solar - Hybrid - Chorley, UK

EDF Energy; Hollywater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of energy solutions in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will manage all aspects of human resources, from recruitment to employee relations and policy compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced HR environment, ideally hold a CIPD qualification, and possess strong project management skills. This role is vital for creating a scalable HR function while fostering a positive employee culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-moving commercial HR environment.
• Strong project management skills are essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency in HRIS implementation and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire employee life cycle including recruitment and onboarding.
• Design and document foundational HR processes.
• Develop and implement necessary HR policies ensuring compliance.
• Advise employees and managers on complex HR matters.
• Develop initiatives focused on employee well-being and engagement.
• Design and deliver training programs on compliance and leadership.
• Maintain accurate employee records and generate HR metrics.

Skills

Experience in HR generalist role

Managing strategic and administrative HR workload

Strong project management skills

Proficiency in HRIS platforms

Knowledge of UK employment law

Education

CIPD qualified or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Contact Solar is a leading provider of solar panel and battery storage solutions across the UK, specialising in residential installations. With a strong reputation for customer service and technical excellence, the company is now part of EDF Energy Customers Zero Carbon Home division, supporting the UK's transition to an electrified Britain.

The Opportunity

The HR Manager is a critical, currently standalone role responsible for owning and executing all facets of the human resources function for the organization. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC), where you will be the single point of accountability for both daily HR Operations and the strategic development of scalable HR infrastructure and policy. A key focus will be on implementing and optimising HRIS systems to automate processes, as well as providing expert employee relations guidance and ensuring full legal compliance. You will thrive on autonomy, be highly self-sufficient, and possess the

What you'll do

• End-to-End HR Ownership: Manage the entire employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration and offboarding.
• HR Department Infrastructure and Scalability: Design and document all foundational HR processes, manage vendor relationships (e.g. benefits providers, payroll providers) and prepare the function for future scale.
• Policy Development and Legal Compliance: Research, develop and implement all necessary HR policies and procedures, ensuring strict compliance with all relevant employment laws.
• Employee Relations and Advisory: Serve as the primary, expert advisor to all employees and managers on complex HR matters, providing confidential coaching, conflict resolution, and guidance on disciplinary actions.
• Culture, Well‑being and Engagement: Drive a positive employee experience by developing and leading initiatives focused on well‑being and engagement, including planning and organising company events, running awareness days (e.g. Mental Health Awareness) and implementing programmes that boost morale and retention.
• Training and Development: Design, coordinate and deliver essential training programmes for employees and managers on key topics such as compliance, leadership skills, and company policies.
• Reporting and Data Integrity: Maintain 100% accurate and up-to-date employee records and independently generate and present insightful HR metrics and reports to leadership for strategic decision‑making.

Who you are

• Experience in an HR generalist role within a UK‑based commercial or fast‑moving environment.
• Ideally CIPD qualified, or equivalent qualifications.
• Proven ability to manage both the strategic and administrative workload of an HR function independently, with strong project management skills and a willingness to execute all tasks, from policy design to filing.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Deep, demonstrated proficiency in administering, implementing, or optimising HRIS platforms.
• Strong, up‑to‑date knowledge of UK employment law and best practices.

Location

Chorley, UK