Human Resources Manager

Nippon Gases UK Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR Manager to oversee HR activities across the UK & Ireland. This pivotal role involves managing the full employee lifecycle, collaborating on new HR systems, and developing compensation policies to attract top talent. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR management within a growth organization, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a small team. With a hybrid working model and a range of benefits, this opportunity promises a fulfilling career in a supportive environment focused on employee development and organizational growth.

Benefits

Company car

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Defined contribution pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Post-graduate or CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong HR knowledge in standalone roles within growth organizations.
• Experience in manufacturing or trade union environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle in accordance with policies.
• Collaborate with HR Europe team on new HR systems.
• Develop and implement compensation and benefits policies.

Skills

HR Management

Project Management

Change Management

Employee Relations

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

UK Employment Law

Education

Post-graduate or CIPD qualification

Tools

People Hub

Job description

HR Manager – North East Lincolnshire - £70,000 to £75,000 - DOE and qualifications – car, bonus, hybrid working, and other benefits.

Your new company

Nippon Gases, a leading industrial and medical gases company in Europe, is part of Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation, with over 100 years of experience and a presence in Japan, Southeast Asia, Australia, the US, and Canada. Operating in more than 30 countries with over 20,000 employees, they serve over 150,000 customers and 350,000 homecare patients. Their commitment to sustainability and community involvement underscores their mission: "Making life better through gas technology."

Your new role

This stand-alone HR Manager role in the UK & Ireland reports to the UK & Ireland Business Manager and the HR Director of Europe. You will oversee all HR activities, support the site team, and promote company culture and values. As a senior member of the leadership team, your responsibilities include:

1. Managing the full employee lifecycle in accordance with policies and legislation.
2. Collaborating with the HR Europe team on new HR systems and managing their implementation.
3. Developing and implementing compensation and benefits policies to attract and retain talent.
4. Designing variable compensation and incentive plans aligned with business strategies.
5. Leading organizational development and capacity planning.
6. Handling industrial relations from the HR perspective.
7. Providing HR advisory support to management.
8. Coordinating payroll, HR reporting, and forecasting activities.
9. Rolling out talent development programs and supporting performance development initiatives.
10. Managing HR systems like People Hub.
11. Maintaining legal compliance and key contacts within the organization.
12. Leading a small support team.
13. Guiding management on employee relations issues, ensuring legal compliance and supportive practices.

What you'll need to succeed

• Post-graduate or CIPD qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or trade union environments, or similar sectors.
• Strong HR knowledge and experience in a standalone role within a growth organization.
• Project and change management skills.
• Up-to-date UK employment law knowledge.
• Experience managing Employee Relations and Trade Unions.
• Leadership skills including conflict management, employee development, and process management.
• Decisiveness, excellent communication, and ability to travel within the UK & Ireland.

What you'll get in return

• Salary: £70,000 to £75,000, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Company car and bonus.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Private medical insurance (employee only, with options for dependents).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), GIP, and life assurance.
• Defined contribution pension scheme (employer contribution +2%, up to 8%).
• Hybrid working model with 2-3 days WFH and travel to sites in the UK & Ireland.