Senior Human Resources Manager

New Balance; Preston, Maryport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior HR Manager to lead HR initiatives at their Flimby site. This role offers the opportunity to shape HR strategies and ensure compliance with employment laws while fostering a culture of respect and inclusion. You will manage a dynamic team, oversee recruitment and training, and act as a change agent to drive organizational development. With a flexible 4-day work week, this position promotes a healthy work-life balance while providing a supportive environment for professional growth. If you're passionate about HR and ready to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

4 day working week (Monday to Thursday)

6 weeks fixed Annual Leave plus 10 days

Discretionary Bonus Opportunity

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Scheme

Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Employee Discount

Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit

Qualifications

• Significant HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong track record in organizational design and change management.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site HR support and manage a team of HR professionals.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and training functions.

Skills

HR Management

Organizational Change Management

UK Employment Law

Stakeholder Engagement

Coaching and Mentoring

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree Level Education

CIPD Level 5 Qualification

Tools

Workday

MS Office

Job description

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As the Senior HR Manager, you will be responsible for providing on-site HR support to our associates both across the office and manufacturing teams. You will proactively manage a team of 2 to ensure offering advice and support for all HR related topics. The HR Team are responsible for onboarding all new starters, conducting exit interviews for leavers, maintaining compliance with right-to work checks as well as ensuring our HR system (Workday) is accurately kept up to date. You must have great awareness of employment laws and maintain policies and procedures. As a member of the Site Leadership Team the role will manage the people agenda, act as a change agent and oversee all aspects of the HR and Training function on the Flimby Site.

Based within our Flimby office we offer a flexible approach to working hours. We offer a 4 day working week, consolidating full-time working hours between Monday to Thursday to accommodate for a healthy work life balance.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work in partnership with Global HR Value Chain and Flimby Site Leadership to shape, develop and deliver HR plans and solutions in line with the needs and priorities of the business
• Collaborate with Global HR Value Chain in the development and roll out the of the HR Strategic Plan
• Provide strategic input to support decision making at senior level on site
• Act as a change agent and support leaders in driving and managing organisational change
• Lead workforce planning and organisational design, working with the Training function, Operations and Leadership, to identify future capability and skills requirements and develop succession plans which enable us to bridge gaps and build talent
• Oversee recruitment and selection from initial requirement planning through to onboarding.
• Oversee training function
• Support Global Talent Development with the ongoing People Pay Performance process, ensuring learning and development requirements are identified and encourage a culture of learning
• Provide and communicate clear policies and practices on all key employment matters
• Ensure consistent, fair and accurate application of employment legislation
• Provide coaching and advice on employee relations issues to associates and managers
• Lead on internal site communications including chairing the Joint Consultative Committee and participation in Town Halls
• Role model NB values and behaviours, be a champion for DE&I, community connection and wellbeing activities and act as an ambassador for the HR function and Site.
• Develop programmes which enhance employee relations and associate engagement eg recognition and community activities
• Lead and participate in HR and cross-functional projects
• Oversight of HRIS (Workday)
• Report out on HR KPI’s to Leadership Team and Global Value Chain
• Lead and manage HR direct reports
• Coach and mentor HR Team to deliver enhanced performance and best in class HR provision
• Work with the HR Team to manage key issues e.g. absence, headcount, employee relations
• Hands on operational HR support.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Educated to Degree level or related experience
• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards this
• Significant HR experience gained from working in manufacturing environment
• Strong track record in partnering with key stakeholders and delivering results
• Proven results in organisational design and development and change management
• Comprehensive working knowledge of UK Employment Law
• Proficiency in HR Software – Workday experience would be an advantage
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office
• Able to immediately gain credibility at a senior level and provide insights which are valued by stakeholders
• Outstanding influencing skills at a senior level with a highly collaborative approach
• Exceptional coaching skills
• Decision maker, solutions focused and takes accountability for decisions made
• Proactive self starter, assertive, resilient and tenacious
• Highest levels of integrity and professional credibility
• Energy, drive, positive outlook and willing to take on new challenges
• Analytical skills and attention to detail

BENEFITS:

• 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday)
• 6 weeks fixed Annual Leave plus 10 days
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
• Private Medical Insurance
• Dental Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.

If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.