Strategic HR Manager – Multi-Site Leader (Newark)

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Dental insurance

Pension scheme

GP service (24/7 online)

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits platform

Cycle to work

Discounts

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. at Newark is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead a regional HR team and partner with operations leaders to deliver a people strategy that drives engagement and performance.

The role demands solid UK employment law knowledge, TUPE experience, and a track record of shaping high-performing, inclusive workplaces. Hours are 08:00–16:00 or 09:00–17:00 with some travel to Bristol; salary up to £55,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong and up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law, including TUPE, redundancy and consultation processes.
• Proven HR leadership experience, with the ability to coach, influence and challenge stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills, including experience of working with Trade Union representatives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, solve complex people issues and work effectively under pressure.
• CIPD qualified (or working towards qualification) with experience within logistics, distribution, warehousing or other fast-paced operational environments would be desirable, but not essential

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the HR team across Transport, Warehouse and ERDC sites, ensuring the delivery of a consistent, high-quality people service that supports operational and business objectives.
• Partner with senior operational leaders to provide strategic HR guidance, driving workforce planning, organisational effectiveness and a high-performance culture across multiple sites.
• Champion talent management and succession planning initiatives, identifying and developing future leaders to build organisational capability and support long-term business growth.
• Analyse people metrics including headcount, turnover, absence and engagement data to provide insight, influence decision-making and deliver targeted improvement initiatives.
• Drive colleague engagement, communication and development strategies, enhancing employee experience, strengthening leadership capability and promoting a positive, inclusive workplace culture

Skills

HR leadership

Stakeholder management

Employee engagement

People analytics

Communication

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

GXO Logistics, Inc. at Newark is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead a regional HR team and partner with operations leaders to deliver a people strategy that drives engagement and performance.

The role demands solid UK employment law knowledge, TUPE experience, and a track record of shaping high-performing, inclusive workplaces. Hours are 08:00–16:00 or 09:00–17:00 with some travel to Bristol; salary up to £55,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.