Human Resources Lead

Nigel Wright Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established international manufacturing company is seeking an HR Business Partner for a 12-month fixed-term contract in West Yorkshire. The role involves supporting HR operations, leading recruitment campaigns, and ensuring payroll accuracy. Ideal candidates are proactive HR professionals with experience in manufacturing, a strong knowledge of UK employment law, and skills in HR systems and data reporting. This position offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience, ideally in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experience in payroll management and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner to the management team.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment campaigns.
• Manage payroll accuracy and HR administration.
• Support line managers through HR processes.

Skills

Proactive HR Generalist

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Education

CIPD qualification (or working towards)

Tools

HR systems

Excel

Job description

The Opportunity;

My client, a well-established international manufacturing company, are looking to recruit a HR Business Partner to join our client at a Leeds site on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a key position within the site management team, offering a varied and hands-on role that supports the full HR and payroll agenda across our UK operations. You’ll play an active part in driving people strategy and engagement initiatives while ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations. From leading recruitment campaigns to managing data accuracy and reporting, you’ll help shape a positive, compliant, and high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities;

• Act as a trusted HR partner to the site management team, providing expert advice and guidance at all levels.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment campaigns — from planning and interviews to onboarding and induction.
• Manage payroll accuracy, statutory payments, and associated HR administration.
• Support and coach line managers through HR processes including employee relations, investigations, and policy application.
• Oversee HR systems and data reporting, ensuring timely and accurate management information.
• Contribute to HR projects that strengthen engagement, culture, and organisational effectiveness.
• Be flexible and happy to get involved at all levels of HR activity — from strategic initiatives to hands‑on admin support.

Ideal candidate;

• You’ll be a proactive and professional HR Generalist who thrives in a fast‑paced, operational environment.
• Proven HR experience, ideally in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience in payroll management and HR data reporting.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build strong relationships.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Competent user of HR systems and Excel; analytical and data‑driven.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable.

Summary;

• This role offers a competitive package : £45,000–£50,000 + Bonus
• 12-month FTC with immediate impact and exposure to business‑critical projects
• Chance to influence and shape culture at a key stage of organisational growth
• Please note, this role will move at pace so please apply or get in touch asap.