Part-Time HR Manager (Maternity Cover) – Flexible & Impactful

Talent Link Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run organization in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Manager for maternity cover on a part-time, flexible basis. You'll act as a key advisor to senior leaders, support managers with HR-related issues, and oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have CIPD Level 5 certification and strong knowledge of UK employment law, and will thrive in a supportive, people-oriented environment. This role offers flexible hours and a chance to make a real difference.

Benefits

Flexible part-time hours

Company pension and sick pay

Wellbeing programme and employee support

Free parking and casual dress

Company events and employee discounts

Profit-sharing opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in HR management in a people-focused environment.
• Knowledge of compliance with UK employment law.
• Ability to manage performance and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR advisor to senior leaders.
• Support managers with performance and conduct cases.
• Review and update HR policies for compliance.
• Lead recruitment activities and support training initiatives.
• Oversee onboarding, induction, and probation processes.
• Assist with payroll and maintain HR records.
• Drive employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR experience

Strong knowledge of HR processes and UK employment law

Confident, approachable, and highly organised

Experience handling employee relations cases

Ability to balance hands-on HR tasks with strategic improvements

Experience in manufacturing or multi-site organisations

Job description

A family-run organization in the UK is seeking an experienced HR Manager for maternity cover on a part-time, flexible basis. You'll act as a key advisor to senior leaders, support managers with HR-related issues, and oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have CIPD Level 5 certification and strong knowledge of UK employment law, and will thrive in a supportive, people-oriented environment. This role offers flexible hours and a chance to make a real difference.