Interim HR Lead

HR Lead - Interim
3-6 months
Start ASAP

Client Details

Manufacturing client in Birmingham

Description

• Provide full operational HR support across a busy manufacturing environment

• Manage complex ER cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations

• Drive effective absence and performance management processes

• Partner with operational leaders to deliver HR solutions aligned to business needs

• Support line managers in all people-related matters, ensuring best practice is followed

• Champion HR policies, processes, and compliance with employment legislation

• Build strong, credible relationships with stakeholders at all levels

• Deliver pragmatic HR advice in a fast-paced and evolving environment

Profile

• Proven HR experience in a manufacturing or similar industrial environment is essential

• Strong employment relations knowledge with the ability to handle complex cases confidently

• A pragmatic, commercial mindset with excellent communication and influencing skills

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)

• Able to quickly build trust and credibility with teams and leaders

• Resilient, solutions-focused, and able to manage competing priorities

Job Offer

• Competitive day rate / fixed-term salary (commensurate with experience)

• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, people-focused organisation

• Exposure to senior stakeholders and full operational HR leadership

• Supportive and collaborative team environment