Interim HR Manager

Ballantine Recruitment Careers; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A confidential organisation is seeking an Interim HR Manager to provide essential HR leadership during a period of significant change in Colchester, UK. The successful candidate will ensure legal compliance, guide the business through transitions, and deliver both strategic and operational HR support. Ideal applicants will have proven HR leadership experience and a strong understanding of employment law. This fixed-term contract role offers a competitive day rate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR leadership during periods of change.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Ability to provide strategic and operational HR support.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR leadership during a period of organisational change and transformation.
• Advise senior leaders on HR strategy and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and best HR practices.

Job description

Interim HR Manager

Location : North Essex

Contract : 36 Months

Start Date : ASAP

Reporting To : Senior Leadership & Executive Team

Salary : Fixed Term Contract / £Day Rate may be considered

Overview

We are supporting a confidential organisation undergoing a significant period of change and transformation. As Interim HR Manager, you will provide essential HR leadership, ensure legal compliance, and guide the business through a complex transitional phase. This role requires a highly capable, hands‑on HR professional who can quickly assess the landscape, make informed decisions, and deliver both strategic and operational HR support with minimal handover.

Key Responsibilities - HR Leadership & Strategy

• Provide expert HR leadership during a period of organisational change and transformation.
• Advise senior leaders on HR strategy, workforce planning, and organisational development.
• Identify risk areas and implement improvement plans to ensure stability and compliance.

Employee Relations & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with employment law, HR best practice, and statutory requirements.

Manage complex employee relations m...