Human Resources Manager - UK & France

Midea Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Manchester is looking for an HR Manager to oversee HR operations across the UK and France. This role demands hands-on HR expertise, solid local knowledge of labor laws, and the ability to balance strategic HR responsibilities with daily operations. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree, be fluent in English with French as a strong plus, and bring over five years of HR experience. The position offers competitive benefits and a hybrid working option.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Training and career development programs

Competitive employee benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of local HR experience in the UK or France, covering both is a strong advantage.
• Solid knowledge of local labor laws and HR operations.
• Hands-on attitude balancing operational tasks with strategic HR responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Own HR processes, including performance management and salary adjustments.
• Support managers with performance and engagement.
• Manage payroll with external providers, ensuring accuracy.
• Act as the HR contact for employee inquiries.
• Implement HRIS and streamline operational workflows.
• Develop and maintain core HR policies.

Skills

Fluent in English

Fluency in French

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

Location: Manchester, The UK, Hybrid Working Option

Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full Time

Reports Line (Solid): General Managers of MUK & MFR

Report Line (Dotted): Chief People Officer Europe

Languages Required: English and French (preferred)

ABOUT MIDEA GROUP

Midea Group is a publicly listed Global Fortune 500 company and is the world’s leading manufacturer of home appliances. Committed to bringing innovation to life, Midea Group goes beyond smart home appliances and comprises business pillars like HVAC and Building Technologies, Robotics and Automation, Electro-Mechanical and Digital Innovation. Being ranked #246 in the 2025 Global Fortune 500 List, Midea is proud of its 190,000+ employees and presence in 200+ countries, including several subsidiaries in the European market.

• $56 billion Sales Revenue 2024
• 44 Manufacturing Base Globally
• 38 Innovation Centers Globally
• 90.000 Patents Granted 2024

ABOUT MIDEA EUROPE

Midea's commitment to Europe goes beyond expanding its market reach. It’s also building a sustainable and innovative presence in the European market through localized operations, technological advancements, and an emphasis on energy-efficient solutions. CLICK VIDEOS HERE and some key M&A activities in the region (KUKA, Teka and ARBONIA climate).

• Midea UK is a subsidiary of Midea Group covering the United Kingdom and Ireland. Ground Floor, 12 Blackfriars Street, Manchester, M3 5BQ UK.
• We deliver leading MDA and SDA consumer electronics alongside comprehensive HVAC solutions.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The HR Manager for Midea UK & France will lead the full spectrum of HR operations across both BUs, ensuring alignment with regional HR strategy while building solid local HR foundations. This role oversees core HR cycles, payroll delivery, policy development, and day-to-day people support, acting as a key partner to business leaders and a hands‑on enabler of efficient, compliant, and scalable HR practices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute Regional HR Cycles - Take full ownership of BU HR processes—including HR budget and workforce planning, performance management, salary adjustment and bonus coordination and HR report—ensuring UK & France stay aligned with HQ & regional standards and timelines.
• Partner with Leaders & Employees - Support managers with performance and people matters, conduct interviews and engagement conversations, contribute to talent and capability discussions, support training initiatives, and promote a positive employee experience with light ER involvement.
• Lead Payroll & Vendor Management - Deliver UK & France payroll with external providers, ensuring accuracy across salaries, allowances, deductions, pensions, and social charges. Manage HR vendors including payroll providers, recruiters, benefits partners, and other HR or legal consultancies.
• Provide Hands‑on HR Support - Act as the go‑to HR contact for daily employee inquiries, recruitment coordination, policy clarification, and general HR services to keep the organization running effectively.
• Drive HR Operations & Digitization - Implement HRIS, streamline workflows, enhance documentation management, and build a smooth operational backbone covering onboarding, offboarding, contracts, and lifecycle administration.
• Build Local HR Policies & Frameworks - Develop and maintain core HR policies (handbooks, benefits policy, attendance rules, documentation templates, internal audit) to establish a full chain of HR operation SOPs, and build a compliant, scalable HR framework for both UK and France.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor degree or above, fluent in English; French is a strong plus;
• Proven local HR experience in the UK or France for at least 5 years; experience covering both is a strong advantage;
• Solid knowledge of local labor laws, statutory requirements, payroll practices, and HR operations;
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills;
• Hands‑on, structured, and comfortable balancing both operational tasks and strategic HR responsibilities.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Europe is a strategic pillar of Midea’s global expansion, offering exceptional professional growth opportunities;
• An international, goal‑oriented, and collaborative work environment;
• Robust training and career development programs;
• Competitive, country‑specific employee benefits tailored to local markets.

Midea Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer where diversity & inclusion matters. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.