Human Resources Manager

Executive Network Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international engineering firm in Portsmouth seeks an experienced HR Manager. You will lead the HR function for a UK workforce, shaping people strategy and ensuring compliance with employment law. The role demands strategic input, operational delivery, and robust HR processes. Candidates must possess CIPD Level 5 qualification and have over 5 years of HR management experience. This position offers a salary up to £55,000 plus a car allowance, and is a permanent, on-site role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR role.
• Background in manufacturing or engineering preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function and support business strategy.
• Manage employee relations and compliance with UK law.
• Drive people management with HR dashboards.

Skills

Leadership

HR policy development

Employee relations

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

HR Manager

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: Up to £55,000 + Car Allowance

Type: Full-time | Permanent | On Site

An established and growing international engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the UK HR function. This is a senior, hands‑on role, offering the opportunity to shape people strategy, embed robust HR processes, and act as a trusted partner to the leadership team during a period of growth and change.

The Role

Reporting directly into senior leadership, you will take full ownership of HR across a UK workforce of under 100 employees, supported by an HR Administrator. You will operate as a key member of the leadership team, balancing strategic input with day‑to‑day operational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the HR function and contribute to business strategy and organisational design
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, processes, and systems
• Manage all employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with UK employment law
• Oversee visa compliance and international employee considerations
• Drive KPI‑led people management, producing HR dashboards and insight for senior leaders
• Manage end‑to‑end recruitment, training, apprenticeships, and talent development
• Support performance management and address under performance where required
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including process optimisation and automation

About You

• CIPD Level 5 qualified
• 5+ years’ experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR role
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or similarly operational environments preferred
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
• Proven experience implementing HR processes, policies, and KPIs
• Commercially aware, analytical, resilient, and highly proactive
• Confident influencing at all levels with excellent communication skills

If you feel like the role aligns with your experience and your next step and would like to explore further, we look forward to receiving your CV / application