Senior HR Manager

The One Group; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation and logistics company seeks a Senior HR Manager for an on-site role in Tilbury. The successful candidate will lead a small HR team, focusing on strategic people management while engaging in day-to-day operations. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the business.

Benefits

Parking on-site

Performance-based bonus

Private medical insurance

Death in service & disablement cover

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience at a senior level.
• Proven HR leadership experience in a fast-paced SME setting.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law.

Responsibilities

• Leading recruitment, onboarding, and long-term talent planning.
• Driving performance management and employee development.
• Overseeing Health & Safety initiatives and ensuring HR compliance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Employee relations

Performance management

HR policy compliance

Talent planning

Education

CIPD Level 7

Tools

Sage 50 Payroll

Job description

Senior HR Manager
Transportation & Logistics

On-Site (Tilbury, Thurrock area)
£45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

Are you a hands-on HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, operational environments? We are working with a leading name in the transportation and logistics sector to find a Senior HR Manager ready to shape and deliver people strategy while staying closely connected to day-to-day operations.

This is a fully on-site position at their busy office, ideal for someone who enjoys being in the thick of the action, building strong relationships, and making a tangible impact on the business and its people.

What you will be doing:

Working closely with the COO and Head of HR, you will lead a small, capable HR team and take ownership of all things people-related. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading recruitment, onboarding, and long-term talent planning
• Acting as a trusted advisor on employee relations and workplace matters
• Driving performance management and employee development
• Updating HR policies and ensuring compliance with employment law
• Overseeing Health & Safety initiatives and audit support
• Managing HR administration and reporting with a focus on improving processes

What we are looking for:

• CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent experience at a senior level)
• Proven HR leadership experience in a fast-paced SME setting
• Confident balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Experience with Sage 50 Payroll is a plus

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys autonomy, isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and genuinely cares about improving people practices to support business success.

Benefits:

• Parking on-site
• Performance-based bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Death in service & disablement cover

If this sounds like a role where you could add real value while continuing to grow, I would love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out via