Site HR Manager — 6‑Month Contract, High‑Impact Leader

TEAM; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Site HR Manager on a 6-month contract. In this full-time or part-time role, you will be responsible for leading HR operations, shaping HR initiatives, and partnering with senior leaders to drive engagement and culture. Candidates should have HR management experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and the ability to handle complex employee relations matters. This role offers competitive salary and bonuses linked to site performance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Visible role with autonomy

Impact within a 6-month period

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HR management role in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in advising and influencing senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end HR operations across the site.
• Shape and deliver HR initiatives supporting operational goals.
• Partner with senior leaders on people strategy and workforce planning.
• Drive engagement and culture initiatives across the workforce.
• Support learning and development on site.

Skills

Experience in HR management

Knowledge of UK employment law

Stakeholder management

Complex employee relations management

Operational and strategic HR delivery

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Site HR Manager on a 6-month contract. In this full-time or part-time role, you will be responsible for leading HR operations, shaping HR initiatives, and partnering with senior leaders to drive engagement and culture. Candidates should have HR management experience, strong knowledge of UK employment law, and the ability to handle complex employee relations matters. This role offers competitive salary and bonuses linked to site performance.