Senior HR Partner: UK & Europe People Strategy

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering company is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to lead HR initiatives across the UK and continental Europe. In this role, you'll drive compliance, support workforce planning, and enhance employee engagement. Ideal candidates possess strong HR expertise in multi-site environments and knowledge of UK employment law. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and tailored training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + company bonus

Tailored training and development

Generous pension scheme with 7% employer contribution

Life assurance at 3.5× your salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Fuel card savings

Employee recognition schemes

33 days’ holiday per year

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience in a multi-site environment, ideally within rail or manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with recruitment in fast-paced environments.
• Full, clean driving license and willingness to travel; proficiency in German or Dutch is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice on employment law, performance, and grievances.
• Lead recruitment processes and manage the HCM system.
• Ensure HR compliance with UK/EU legislation and health & safety requirements.

Skills

Expert HR advice

UK employment law knowledge

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Team management

Education

CIPD Chartered membership

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Excel

SAGE/Rail People

Job description

A major engineering company is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to lead HR initiatives across the UK and continental Europe. In this role, you'll drive compliance, support workforce planning, and enhance employee engagement. Ideal candidates possess strong HR expertise in multi-site environments and knowledge of UK employment law. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and tailored training opportunities.