HR Manager

An exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to lead the people agenda at a manufacturing site in Buxton, partnering closely with operational leaders to deliver a proactive and commercially focused HR service. This standalone role offers broad exposure across employee relations, organisational change, talent management and workforce planning within a fast-paced industrial environment.

Client Details

I'm currently supporting a leading manufacturing organisation with the appointment of an experienced HR Manager to join their site in Buxton.
This is a highly visible, standalone role where you'll act as the trusted HR partner to site leadership, supporting a large and diverse workforce. You'll play a key role in driving the people agenda, managing complex employee relations matters, supporting organisational change, and building strong relationships across the business.
This opportunity would suit an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment and enjoys being close to the business, influencing decision-making and delivering practical people solutions.

Description

Partner with senior operational leaders to deliver the site's people strategy
Lead on complex employee relations casework and workforce issues
Support organisational change, restructures and business transformation activity
Drive employee engagement, performance and capability initiatives
Coach and influence managers on all aspects of people management
Ensure HR policies, processes and employment legislation are applied effectively

Profile

Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner role
Strong employee relations and stakeholder management expertise
Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction, industrial or similarly operational environments
Comfortable operating in a standalone role with autonomy and accountability
A hands-on, pragmatic approach with the credibility to influence at all levels

Job Offer

£57,000 - £63,000 salary
Company car or car allowance
15% annual bonus
Private family medical cover
Generous pension
Free on-site parkingPlease note: This is a fully site-based role, requiring presence on-site 5 days per week.

Short notice candidates are particularly welcomed, with interviews taking place shortly.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch