Full job descriptionYour new company
You will be joining an established manufacturing business with approximately 120 employees across its Derby and Leicester operations. The organisation is looking for an experienced HR Manager from a manufacturing/industrial background to provide practical, commercially focused HR support across both sites.

Your new role
As a standalone HR Manager, you will take responsibility for delivering a comprehensive, hands-on HR service across the business. Working closely with managers and employees, you will provide advice and support across employee relations, absence management, performance, recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning.You will coach managers on HR best practice and employment law, support employee engagement and retention initiatives, and ensure policies and procedures remain effective and compliant. You will also contribute to learning and development, succession planning, HR reporting and the ongoing development of HR systems and processes.This is a permanent, fully site-based position requiring regular travel between the Derby and Leicester locations.
What you’ll need to succeed
You will be an experienced HR generalist with the confidence to operate in a visible, hands-on role. Ideally, you will have worked for an SME within a manufacturing, engineering, industrial or similar operational environment.You will need strong employee relations experience, sound knowledge of UK employment law and the ability to build credible relationships at all levels. You should be comfortable coaching managers, managing competing priorities and working independently.

A CIPD qualification, or equivalent professional HR qualification, would be advantageous.
What you’ll get in return
You will receive a competitive salary, together with the opportunity to take ownership of the HR function within an established manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation where you can work closely with operational leaders and make a visible contribution to its people strategy and employee experience.

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