Interim HR Manager

TN United Kingdom; Melton Mowbray; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an HR Manager/Business Partner to join their dynamic team for a minimum of 12 months. This role, based in Melton Mowbray with hybrid flexibility, will involve strategic and operational HR responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and manage a variety of HR functions, including talent management, employee relations, and change management. If you are an experienced HR professional ready to make an impact, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving organization.

Qualifications

• Experienced HR Manager or Business Partner from a blue-collar background.
• Hands-on approach with a people-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR strategy and initiatives with Directors.
• Manage recruitment, employee relations, and policy development.
• Oversee payroll and analyze HR metrics.

Skills

HR Management

Employee Relations

Change Management

Talent Management

Union Negotiation

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

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Job Opportunity: HR Manager/Business Partner

Ashley Kate is excited to be recruiting for our well-established manufacturing client to cover a period of Maternity Leave. They are seeking an HR Manager/Business Partner to be based at their Melton site (hybrid) for a minimum of 12 months.

The role will report to the global HR Director, with one direct report, and work alongside a wider HR team. The successful candidate will partner with the senior leadership team and a wide range of stakeholders within the business. This role will manage the overall HR function in a fast-paced, unionized environment, offering a variety of strategic and operational responsibilities.

Are you an experienced HR Manager from a manufacturing environment?

Are you immediately available?

The role includes:

1. Working with Directors to develop HR strategy and initiatives
2. Supporting and guiding Managers and Directors with day-to-day HR issues and employee relations
3. Reviewing, developing, and implementing new policies, procedures, and processes
4. Talent management and succession planning
5. Leading recruitment and selection activities
6. Managing change projects related to business restructuring, redundancies, and consultations
7. Analyzing HR metrics and reporting to SMT
8. Overseeing payroll
9. Negotiating and communicating with unions

To be considered, you should be an experienced HR Manager or Business Partner from a blue-collar background, with experience leading change projects and planning. You should be willing to be hands-on and operational, building relationships across all levels of the business with a people-focused mindset. CIPD qualification or working towards it is preferred. The role is based at their Melton site with occasional travel to other local sites. If interested, please apply now or send your CV to the contact provided.

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