HR Manager - Swansea

MacMillan Distribution Ltd.; Swansea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MacMillan Distribution Ltd. seeks a proactive HR Manager for their Swansea site. This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership, providing strategic HR guidance and managing daily operations. Responsibilities include implementing HR initiatives, supporting change, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have significant HR experience and be CIPD Level 7 qualified, with a focus on both immediate and long-term business needs.

Benefits

Enhanced pension contributions (maximum employer contribution at 11%)

Annual leave starting at 25 days

Private medical insurance

Medical cash plan

Dental insurance

Life assurance

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven HR Manager experience (3+ years) with strong team management.
• Ideally CIPD Level 7 qualified; degree desirable.
• Strong understanding of HR policies and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations including payroll and recruitment.
• Design and implement HR initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Provide expert HR advice on employment legislation.

Skills

Communication

Team Management

HR Advice

Critical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Education

CIPD Level 7

Degree (Desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Are you an experienced HR Manager seeking an autonomous role with significant impact? We're looking for a highly motivated HR Manager to partner with our MDL business, providing high-quality HR services to our Swansea distribution centre and supporting commercial functions in Basingstoke.

This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with Senior Leadership and site management at MDL, offering expert HR advice and collaborating with the Head of HR on strategic organisational change projects. You will also manage and mentor an HR Assistant in Swansea.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted business partner, aligning HR services with business goals.
• Design, lead, and implement HR initiatives (e.g., absence management, talent, L&D, engagement) in line with best practice and employment law.
• Support the Head of HR in executing projects and managing change, including communications.
• Oversee daily HR operations: payroll, recruitment, and employee relations.
• Provide expert HR advice on employment legislation and best practices.
• Coach and develop line managers for self-sufficiency in HR processes.
• Identify and implement HR activity improvements.
• Implement annual HR processes like salary reviews and performance evaluations.
• Contribute to HR policy development and provide relevant management information.
• Collaborate with wider HR functions (L&D, Reward).
• Manage, mentor, and develop the HR Assistant.
• Ensure consistent HR policy implementation across all business units.

What we are looking for:

• Proven HR Manager experience (3+ years) with a strong track record in team management and development.
• Ideally CIPD Level 7 qualified; degree desirable.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
• Excellent commercial awareness, providing pragmatic HR advice and mitigating risk.
• Exceptional communication skills (written/verbal) and ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Flexible, assertive, proactive, and collaborative team player.
• Ability to think critically and strategically, focusing on immediate and long-term business needs.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and discreet with confidential information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Suite and quick to learn new systems.
• Capable of working effectively under pressure, with good time management.
• Experience in warehouse logistics or manufacturing is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a cohesive environment for diverse staff.
• Proficient in managing diverse communication strategies.
• Experience in medium-sized companies undergoing change.

If you are a proactive and strategic HR professional ready for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply!

Location: Swansea, Wales (with occasional travel to Basingstoke), Hybrid working: 3 days in the office 2 days from home.

Salary & benefits-

Salary for this role is competitive, we also offer the following benefits:

• Enhanced pension contributions with maximum employer contribution at 11% (7% employee)
• Annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing to a maximum of 30 days with service
• Private medical insurance
• Medical cash plan
• Dental insurance
• Life assurance
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sick pay

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All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Closing date for applications: Friday 11th July, 5pm.