HR Manager (MFC)

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Flitwick; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aerospace and defense company is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Flitwick to lead HR activities, manage a dedicated team, and drive strategic change. Applicants should have significant HR management experience and knowledge of UK employment law. The position offers flexible working options and comprehensive employee benefits including competitive salary, medical insurance, and a 4-day work week.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Private Medical Insurance

Holiday entitlement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Strong generalist HR background with leadership experience.
• Proactive and delivery-focused with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage change and implement strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate HR activities including workforce planning and performance management.
• Act as HR Business Partner for one or more Business Areas.
• Manage a dedicated HR team and provide coaching.

Skills

HR management experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Leadership

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT literacy

Education

Degree in HR, Business or related field

CIPD Level 7 preferred

Job description

Enterprise Business Services (EBS) consists of LMUK IT Services, Payroll, ESH, HR, and Finance functions. With employees located throughout the UK, EBS provides UK-wide support to the LMUK business areas.

About the Role

Join a Global Leader and Help Shape the Future of HR. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key HR leadership role at Lockheed Martin, a global powerhouse in aerospace and defence. As the company undergoes a significant transformation within its UK HR function, we're looking for a confident, experienced HR Manager to help drive that change and deliver meaningful impact across our organisation.

Reporting directly to the Head of HR UK, you'll serve as the primary HR Business Partner for one or more Business Areas or Functions. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, making it ideal for someone who thrives on variety, challenge, and collaboration. You'll be a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping shape and implement people strategies that support business priorities, improve performance, and foster a high-performing, inclusive culture.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and coordinate a wide range of HR activities, including workforce planning, organisational development, employee relations, and performance management.
• Participate in leadership meetings and strategic discussions to ensure HR has a voice in decision-making.
• Manage and develop a dedicated HR team, providing leadership, coaching, and performance support.
• Act as an escalation point for complex employee relations cases, offering expert advice aligned with UK employment law and internal policies.
• Support the delivery of talent, compensation, and development programmes in collaboration with Centres of Expertise.
• Contribute to wider HR initiatives and UK-wide transformation projects, shaping future ways of working.

Why Join Us?

At Lockheed Martin, you'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation where people and performance are valued. This role offers the chance to influence meaningful change, contribute to impactful projects, and grow your career within a respected global company. You will work with passionate professionals, support a diverse workforce, and help shape a people agenda that drives business success.

Candidate Profile

To succeed, you should be a skilled HR professional with a strong generalist background and leadership experience. Comfortable navigating a fast-paced, matrixed environment, you should be able to influence and collaborate at all levels. Key requirements include:

• A degree in HR, Business, or a related field (CIPD Level 7 preferred).
• Significant HR management experience, preferably in complex, high-tech, or engineering environments.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience leading and developing HR teams.
• Proven ability to implement strategic people initiatives and manage change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, delivery-focused with strong organisational skills.
• High IT literacy, including HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

Benefits

Lockheed Martin prioritizes employee wellbeing and offers a supportive, flexible working environment. Benefits include:

• Flexible working options, including a 4-day week with Fridays off.
• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement.
• Private Medical Insurance, Pension, Dental, Critical Illness, Life Assurance, Travel Insurance.
• Employee discounts, assistance programs, training, and development opportunities.
• Supportive policies for family leave and maternity leave.