Human Resources Manager

Vectis Recruitment; Halesowen; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vectis Recruitment is seeking an interim Human Resources Manager to join a leading logistics and distribution group on an initial three-month contract. You will support organisational objectives, drive employee development and partner with the senior leadership team.

The role requires strong employee relations experience and hands-on collaboration with managers across multiple Midlands sites.

Travel to sites will be required as part of a pragmatic, coaching-focused leadership approach.

Qualifications

• Senior HR leader with proven experience in fast-paced manufacturing or logistics environments.
• Strong employee relations background is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Hands-on, pragmatic approach with coaching and relationship-building skills.
• Able to travel to Midlands sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with senior leadership to provide expert guidance.
• Coach, train and advise managers on people practices.
• Support talent attraction, development and retention.
• Foster cross-department collaboration and effective communication.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation.

Skills

Senior HR Leader

Employee relations

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & development

Multi-site management

Job description

A leading logistics and distribution group has an urgent vacancy for an interim Human Resources Manager to join the business on initially a three-month contract. Joining at a time of change and to provide additional support, you will be responsible for supporting organisational objectives, driving employee development initiatives and partnering with the senior leadership team. Candidates are sought with strong employee relations skills and experience working hands on with managers across multiple sites in the Midlands.

The Role

• Develop and implement HR initiatives that align with the organisation's overall business objectives.
• Partner with the senior leadership team, providing expert guidance and support.
• Provide coaching, training and advice to managers, promoting best practice and consistency.
• Support managers in attracting, developing, and retaining talent.
• Champion effective communication and collaboration across all departments and teams.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues across all levels of the organisation.

The Person

• Proven experience in a senior HR role within a fast-paced environment (manufacturing, logistics, distribution or similar).
• Strong employee relations background is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A hands-on, pragmatic approach with excellent coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Able to travel to sites in the Midlands when required.