Strategic HR Manager - Manufacturing & Engineering (Travel)

Henlee Resourcing & Consulting Limited; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Benefits package

Job summary

Henlee Resourcing & Consulting Limited is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a permanent, full-time role based in Stonehouse or Wolverhampton, with travel between sites. You will lead employee relations, governance, and development initiatives across two businesses in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate holds CIPD Level 5 or above, has strong ER experience, and can manage complex HR cases with up-to-date UK employment law knowledge.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a standalone Senior HR Advisor/HR Manager role, ideally in manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors.
• Strong employee relations experience.
• Up-to-date UK employment law knowledge.
• Experience managing complex HR cases independently.
• Excellent investigation and report writing skills.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to challenge constructively and professionally.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations cases from start to finish and manage investigations.
• Provide practical employment law guidance and update policies.
• Support performance management, succession and workforce planning.
• Oversee recruitment campaigns and onboarding processes.
• Coach managers to develop people and handle difficult conversations.
• Lead HR improvement projects and contribute to engagement and culture initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigation & reporting

Communication & influencing

Professional skepticism

Education

CIPD Level 5 or above

Job description

Henlee Resourcing & Consulting Limited is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a permanent, full-time role based in Stonehouse or Wolverhampton, with travel between sites. You will lead employee relations, governance, and development initiatives across two businesses in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate holds CIPD Level 5 or above, has strong ER experience, and can manage complex HR cases with up-to-date UK employment law knowledge.