Human Resources Consultant

Elevation Recruitment Group; Banbury; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Interim HR Consultant to provide immediate HR support in Banbury. The consultant will manage complex casework, advise on employee relations, and support HR reporting within a busy manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in conflict resolution and be adaptable to promote a safe and inclusive workplace culture. This role offers competitive rates on an onsite basis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Consultant with a focus on manufacturing environments.
• Ability to manage complex casework and advise on employee relations.
• Strong analytical skills for HR reporting and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage investigations, grievances, and performance issues.
• Advise management on employee relations and HR guidance.
• Support HR initiatives promoting inclusion and safety culture.

Skills

Employee relations expertise

Conflict resolution

HR reporting

Recruitment support

Job description

Job Description

Interim HR Consultant

Banbury - Onsite

£250 - £270 day

c6 weeks - Immediate Start

An experienced HR Consultant is sought to provide expert, hands‑on support to a busy HR function within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role requires someone who can quickly integrate, assess the landscape, and deliver pragmatic HR solutions that align with business priorities.

Key Focus Areas

• Lead and manage complex casework including investigations, grievances, disciplinaries, capability, performance, dismissals, and restructures.
• Provide clear, commercially aware HR guidance that protects the business and drives operational effectiveness.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on all aspects of employee relations.
• Oversee HR reporting across absence, employee data, and performance metrics.
• Represent HR in formal meetings and act as escalation point for ER matters.
• Support initiatives that promote inclusion, equity, and a strong safety culture.
• Contribute to recruitment and onboarding as required.

We are looking for someone who can start immediately and who can offer some flexibility at times