Hr Manager

HR Manager (Maternity Cover) – Part-Time (25 Hours, Flexible) Fixed-Term: 10–11 Months Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a flexible, part-time role where you can make a real impact? We’re a friendly, family-run organisation with 130+ employees across multiple sites, and we’re looking for a proactive HR Manager to join us during maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to step up, broaden your HR experience, and contribute to a people-focused business. Hours: 25 hours per week, spread over 5 days – flexible to suit your schedule What You’ll Be Doing * Acting as a trusted HR advisor to senior leaders * Supporting managers with performance, absence, conduct, and employee relations cases * Reviewing and updating HR policies to ensure compliance with UK employment law * Leading recruitment activities and supporting training & development initiatives * Overseeing onboarding, induction, and probation processes * Assisting with payroll and maintaining accurate HR records * Driving wellbeing and engagement initiatives to support a thriving workplace What We’re Looking For * CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR experience * Strong knowledge of HR processes and UK employment law * Confident, approachable, and highly organised * Experience handling employee relations cases * Ability to balance hands-on HR tasks with strategic improvements * Experience in manufacturing or multi-site organisations is a plus What We Offer * Flexible, part-time hours * Company pension and sick pay * Wellbeing programme and employee support * Free parking and casual dress * Fun company events and employee discounts * Profit-sharing opportunities Why Join Us? This isn’t just a temporary HR role – it’s a chance to make a real difference. If you’re looking for a flexible, supportive, and people-focused environment where your expertise will be valued, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and start an exciting new HR role in the new year – make a meaningful impact from day one with a supportive, people-focused team