Interim HR Manager

Michael Page; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector seeks an HR Manager to oversee HR operations on-site in Dunstable. This temporary role emphasizes compliance with UK law, policy development, and employee relations to support growth. Successful candidates will have a strong HR background and experience in an operational environment, with an immediate start available.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Temporary role with growth opportunities

Potential for permanent position

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Manager or HRBP role, ideally in retail or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and compliance.
• Ability to build HR function from ground up.

Responsibilities

• Manage all HR operations including compliance and employee relations.
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with business goals.
• Support managers and employees with HR-related queries.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

HR compliance

Organisational development

Training and development

Education

Proven experience as HR Manager or HRBP

Knowledge of UK employment law

Tools

HR systems and tools

Job description

As a HR Manager, you will business partner the Site Manager and oversee and manage HR operations across the logistics teams. This temporary role is based on site in Dunstable and requires a strong understanding of HR policies and procedures to support organisational growth goals.

Client Details

The company is known for its emphasis on innovation and commitment to providing excellent services to its clients. Our client is looking to strengthen their presence in the UK market and grow rapidly to support the demand of their customers.

Description

• Manage and oversee all HR operations, including employee relations, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with UK employment laws and regulations
• Develop management capability through training and implementing HR processes
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures aligned with company goals
• Business partner leadership teams to support growth and organisational goals
• Support managers and employees with HR-related queries and concerns
• Facilitate training and development programmes to enhance employee skills
• Assist in organisational change and restructuring initiatives as needed

Profile

A successful HR Manager should have:

• Proven experience within a HR Manager or HRBP role, working with operational teams - ideally within retail, logistics, engineering/manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance requirements
• Comfortable working in an environment where you'll build the HR function from the ground up
• Experience in managing end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment and employee relations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across a range of stakeholders
• Proficiency in HR systems and tools for managing payroll and employee data.
• The ability to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate of 300- 350 a day
• Temporary role with the opportunity to contribute to the development and growth of the business
• Potential opportunity for a permanent role
• Opportunity to collaborate with a skilled team and work with a fantastic HRD
• Looking to start ASAP

Please note, this role requires you to be on site 5 days per week in Dunstable

If you have the skills and expertise to succeed in this HR Manager role, we encourage you to apply today!