HR Manager Part Time

Macmillan Davies; England; On-site; GBP 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering and energy services firm is seeking a Part-Time HR Manager to lead HR operations. This newly created role involves advising management on HR matters and managing recruitment processes. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of generalist HR experience, with strong knowledge of UK employment law. Competitive salary includes car allowance, pension, and discretionary bonus, based on a three-day office-based workweek.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Pension

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days' holiday (pro rata)

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an HR generalist, ideally in SME.
• Proven ability to operate as a sole HR lead.
• Experience in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Lead salary review discussions and advise on market benchmarking.

Skills

HR generalist experience

UK employment law knowledge

Strong communication skills

Strategic decision-making

Job description

Part-Time HR Manager (3 Days per Week)

Location: Kent (Office-based, no hybrid working) Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum (pro rata) + car allowance or company car + pension + discretionary annual bonus

A successful and growing business in the engineering and energy services sector is seeking an experienced Part-Time HR Manager to take ownership of all HR operations and act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team. This is a newly created, standalone role, ideal for a hands‑on, commercially minded HR professional who enjoys a varied remit and wants to make a real impact within a close‑knit SME. You'll report directly to the Managing Director and Technical Director, working as part of the senior team to shape the company's people agenda.

The Role

• Provide practical advice and guidance to managers and employees on all HR matters, including employee relations, performance, and policies.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Maintain and update HR documentation, policies, and procedures in line with current legislation.
• Support employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives.
• Lead salary review discussions and advise on market benchmarking.
• Partner with directors on organisational growth, succession planning, and retention.

About You

• Proven HR generalist with 10+ years' experience, ideally within an SME setting.
• Confident operating as the sole HR lead, covering both strategic and hands‑on work.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Approachable yet assertive, able to balance fairness with commercial decision‑making.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment (experience in engineering, construction, or technical services preferred).
• Self‑sufficient, highly organised, and resilient, with excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work on site three days per week.

Package & Benefits

• Circa £70,000 per annum (pro rata)
• Car allowance or company car option
• Pension
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days' holiday including 3 days at Christmas (pro rata)
• Wellbeing initiatives and a supportive leadership culture

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a visible, influential role within a values‑driven SME. To apply, please send your CV and a short note outlining your experience and interest in part‑time roles.