HR Manager – UK

HR Heads Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic global company is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a 2-3 month contract in Basingstoke. Join an innovative HR team to drive talent strategy, employee engagement, and operational excellence, utilizing your expertise in employee relations and HR operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR management experience in a global organization.
• Background in employee relations and managing grievances.
• Experience in performance management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership on talent strategy and workforce development.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues and lead performance management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and advocate for employee engagement.

Skills

Employee Relations

Performance Management

HR Operations

Employee Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

CIPD or equivalent HR certification

Job description

HR Manager – Basingstoke (2–3 Month Contract)

Are you an experienced HR professional ready to make an immediate impact in a dynamic, global environment? We’re looking for a Human Resources Manager to join our team in Basingstoke on a short-term contract, supporting a business that plays a vital role in protecting products, identities, and revenues across the EMEA region.

�� About the Role As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking HR team, you’ll partner with leadership to drive talent strategy, employee engagement, and operational excellence. This is a hands-on role where your expertise in employee relations, performance management, and HR operations will be key to supporting a diverse and innovative workforce.

�� Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership on talent strategy, succession planning, and workforce development.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues and disciplinary processes.
• Lead performance management initiatives and employee development programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies.
• Drive engagement through local and global initiatives.
• Support HR systems and data integrity, recommending process improvements.
• Collaborate with global HR colleagues to create efficiencies and share best practices.

What We’re Looking For

• 8+ years of HR management experience, ideally in a matrixed, global organization.
• Strong generalist background with experience in employee relations and HR operations.
• Proven ability to manage grievances and disciplinary procedures.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Bonus: Experience in manufacturing environments and exposure to unions or collective bargaining.
• CIPD or equivalent HR certification is highly desirable.

If you're ready to bring your HR expertise to a meaningful and impactful role, we’d love to hear from you!

HR Manager – Basingstoke (2–3 Month Contract)