HR Business Partner Team Lead

HR Business Partner (Team Lead) - Manufacturing Sector

Exeter £55,000 + Company Bonus

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We're proud to be partnering with a highly respected manufacturing business in Exeter to recruit an experienced HR lead. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and proactive HR professional looking to take the next step into a leadership role within a fast-paced, operationally focused environment.

This position is ideal for someone with a solid grounding in generalist HR who thrives in a hands-on setting and is confident leading a small team, supporting line managers, and driving forward corporate HR initiatives.

The Role:

Working closely with the Head of HR, you'll take the lead on team coordination, employee relations, HR policy, and compliance reporting. You'll also support HR activity across multiple sites, with a strong focus on workforce planning, staff engagement, and continuous improvement.

You'll be a key player in shaping how HR supports the wider business-from managing KPIs and leading internal audits, to coaching team members and advising on complex ER matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the daily workflow of the HR team, including team briefings and inbox triage
• Act as deputy to the Head of HR and represent HR at senior level meetings
• Guide the HR team on employment law updates and complex employee relations cases.
• Maintain and update all HR policies, audits, and compliance registers.
• Support delivery of L&D programmes, workforce planning, and salary benchmarking
• Manage monthly reports including attrition, overtime, absence, and organisational structure.
• Build strong relationships with line managers and union representatives
• Provide strategic input into corporate HR initiatives and change management projects.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong HR experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead or mentor HR team members
• In-depth knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR compliance
• Confident in handling complex ER matters, including disciplinary and grievances
• CIPD Level 5 qualified
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a thriving manufacturing employer in Exeter, with clear progression potential and the chance to make a real impact on HR service delivery.

Ready to apply? For more information, please call Josie McKee at Butler Rose on or alternatively apply with a full and relevant CV

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.