HR Manager

HR Manager, Birmingham, Office-Based, Up to £65,000 Basic + Bonus, Pension, Private Medical, 25 Days Holiday. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a thriving manufacturing group. We are looking for a proactive HR Manager from a manufacturing background to provide business-focused HR support and take ownership of all employee relations matters. This full generalist role is based in Birmingham or South Wales and reports directly to the Managing Director.

The successful candidate will act as the key contact point for all HR matters, influencing key decisions and contributing to the company's success by working closely with the Senior Leadership Team. You will work closely with the Group Managing Director, and the role involves managing an HR administrator who is responsible for compliance, GDPR, and payroll.

Why Join Our Client as the HR Manager

• Work in an entrepreneurial environment where your ideas are valued.
• Be part of a dynamic and growing company with ample opportunities for career advancement.
• Make a real difference in shaping the company's culture and people strategy.

What is Required to Apply for the Role of HR Manager

We are looking for a candidate with proven experience in a senior HR Advisor role and a strong working knowledge of employment law. Manufacturing industry experience is essential. The ideal candidate will be:

• Extensive experience in recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement HR policies
• The ability to coach and influence senior colleagues.
• Proven ability to manage complex employee relations issues
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent IT skills
• Experience in audits such as SEDEX or BRCGS would be a huge advantage.
• While not essential, a CIPD qualification is desirable, or a desire to study for the qualification.

The Role of HR Manager

As the key point of contact for all HR matters, you will provide business-focused HR support to our Senior Leadership Team and take ownership of all employee relations. Key responsibilities include:

• Provide support and advice on employee relations, terms of employment, and policies and procedures.
• Advise on disciplinary, grievance, and performance issues.
• Ensure that all employment policies are applied consistently and non-discriminatorily.
• Ensure that GDPR compliance is met at all times.
• Manage the recruitment and selection process, including assisting with interviews and issuing contracts of employment.
• Deliver HR induction programs for new starters and ensure probation reviews are completed in a timely manner.
• Assist with the development of functional teams and support succession planning.
• Act as the key contact point for all HR matters.
• Provide management information reports as required.
• Proactively recommend policy and procedural changes.
• Maintain the integrity of all HR-related data.

To Apply for The Role of HR Manager

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