Manager, Human Resources

Pursuit Aerospace; Worcester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pursuit Aerospace in Worcester, UK, is seeking a Human Resources Manager to shape culture and advance people initiatives. The candidate will work closely with site leadership to align HR strategy with business priorities.

This role offers a chance to enhance employee experience and strengthen engagement across the workforce. Responsibilities include driving workforce planning and implementing HR policies while ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of HR generalist experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the UK on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, preferably aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with site leader to drive business performance and workforce planning.
• Promote Pursuit’s values and cultural priorities.
• Oversee onboarding, training and performance management programs.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen site culture.
• Lead HR systems, policies, and programs.

Skills

HR support

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal relationships

Data analysis for HR Metrics

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent HR experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long‑term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping culture and advancing people initiatives. We are looking for an HR leader who is energized by building strong relationships with front‑line and union leadership, thoughtfully sourcing and retaining talent, and partnering with leaders to continuously enhance the employee experience. The ideal candidate brings a hands‑on, collaborative approach and a passion for fostering trust, strengthening culture, and implementing continuous improvement practices that enable long‑term success.

This role is a key member of the site leadership team, working closely with the General Manager to align HR strategy with business priorities and execute people initiatives that support growth and operational excellence. The position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources for the division, with a dotted‑line relationship to the site General Manager.

This role will be pivotal in shaping culture and advancing people initiatives at our Worcester, UK manufacturing site. This is an exciting time for the site, with significant opportunity to strengthen engagement, partnership, and organizational effectiveness across the workforce.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the site leader to drive business performance, workforce planning, and site‑level strategy, ensuring HR initiatives directly support operational goals.
• Promote Pursuit’s values and cultural priorities, serving as a visible advocate for positive workplace behaviours, accountability, and employee engagement across all levels of the site.
• Ensure critical roles are filled with the right people, balancing talent acquisition, succession planning, and retention strategies to support high performance and long‑term business success.
• Oversee onboarding, training, performance management, and career development programs, enabling employees to succeed and grow while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Nurture strong employee relationships, proactively addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and implementing programs that improve morale and engagement.
• Lead HR systems, policies, and programs, including compliance, benefits administration, safety, and workers’ compensation, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with site and enterprise objectives.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen site culture, implement initiatives that enhance engagement, and measure the impact of programs to continuously improve the employee experience.
• Advise site leaders on workforce decisions, performance management, and employee development, enabling them to lead effectively and achieve business results.
• Partner with corporate HR and other sites to share best practices, harmonise HR approaches, and support enterprise‑wide programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead site‑level events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives that build connection, pride, and team cohesion.
• Ensure all HR activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, serving as a trusted resource for leadership and employees.
• Take on other initiatives as needed to support the site, the business, and Pursuit’s mission.
• You won’t find an opportunity like the one you’ll find with Pursuit Aerospace. If you're an exceptional Human Resources leader with a can‑do attitude, who's passionate about doing things the right way the first time, join us – we are waiting for you! Now, here’s what we need from you.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of HR generalist experience – OR – in lieu of degree, minimum of 8 years of HR generalist experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the UK on a full‑time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full‑time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing HR support.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, preferably aerospace.
• Demonstrable experience using data for HR Metrics and subsequent action planning; including Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• In‑depth knowledge of labour law and HR best practices.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the Company.
• Experience directly supporting leaders at multiple levels within the organization.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and organizational and problem‑solving skills.

Acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.