Interim HR Manager: Strategy, Change & People Leadership

SF Partners; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Partners is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead a busy HR function on a 20‑month interim basis. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across the full employee lifecycle, reporting to the senior leadership team and guiding a small HR team.

The role requires strong knowledge of UK employment law, robust ER experience, policy development, stakeholder management, and the ability to balance strategic priorities with everyday service delivery.

Qualifications

• MCIPD qualification (or CIPD Level 5) required.
• Significant experience as a senior HR generalist.
• Extensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience leading complex employee relations cases and organisational change.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the HR team, delivering a high‑quality HR service.
• Provide expert advice on complex employee relations matters (disciplinary, grievance, capability).
• Develop, review and implement HR policies in line with legislation.
• Build strong relationships with managers and employee representatives.
• Lead organisational development, learning, and engagement initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, workforce planning and HR systems.
• Prepare and present reports to senior leadership and committees.
• Manage HR budgets and drive continuous service improvement.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Change management

Policy development

Team leadership

Education

MCIPD or CIPD Level 5

Job description

SF Partners is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead a busy HR function on a 20‑month interim basis. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across the full employee lifecycle, reporting to the senior leadership team and guiding a small HR team.

The role requires strong knowledge of UK employment law, robust ER experience, policy development, stakeholder management, and the ability to balance strategic priorities with everyday service delivery.