Interim HR Manager ER Process Improvement

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Interim HR Manager specializing in Employee Relations Process Improvement in Birmingham. This hybrid role focuses on enhancing ER processes and team culture, requiring strong ER expertise and analytical skills. Ideal candidates will have a CIPD Level 7 qualification and experience in policy development and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 qualified with strong knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experienced in employee relations casework and policy development.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Head of People to enhance ER processes and practices.
• Develop and document ER frameworks and procedures.
• Support induction processes and contribute to team upskilling.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Process Improvement

Education

CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent experience)

Job description

Job Description

Interim HR Manager ER Process Improvement

Contract: 6-month FTC

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £42,861 FTE

This HR Manager - ER Process Improvement is a 6-month hybrid role (minimum 2 days onsite per week), working closely with the Head of People Partnering to review and enhance Employee Relations (ER) processes, team culture, and operational frameworks. Ideal for someone with strong ER expertise, process thinking, and interpersonal skills to lead through collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Head of People Partnering to assess and improve ER processes and practices.
• Develop and document a comprehensive "Process Bible" outlining clear ER frameworks and procedures.
• Support the review and refresh of policies and procedures, ensuring they are practical and aligned with the organisation's current needs.
• Analyse case management data, provide reporting, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Contribute to the People and Culture transformation agenda, including work on job evaluation, benchmarking, and policy alignment.
• Work collaboratively with People Partners and HR Advisors, supporting learning and development.
• Support induction processes and contribute to team upskilling in soft skills and commercial HR delivery.
• Support ER casework directly when needed, particularly to ensure consistency, clarity, and best practice during a period of organisational change.

Required Skills & Experience:

• CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience) with strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practice.
• Experienced in employee relations casework, policy development, and process improvement.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using case management data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to change.
• Comfortable working in a busy, changing environment, balancing strategic and hands-on responsibilities.

Desired Skills and Experience

• CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience) with strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practice.
• Proven track record in employee relations casework, policy development, and process improvement.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using case management data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to change.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment, balancing strategic and hands-on responsibilities.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract, and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications, and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.