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About the Role We are seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to take full ownership of the HR function across our UK manufacturing operations. This is a standalone role based at our Westbury site, with responsibility also supporting our manufacturing facility in Mardy. This is a broad and dynamic role requiring a pragmatic HR professional who can operate across both operational delivery and strategic influence. You will act as a trusted advisor to leadership while remaining fully involved in day-to-day HR activity. Key Responsibilities Full Employee Lifecycle Management Manage the end-to-end employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance, development, and offboarding Provide day-to-day HR support to managers and employees across both sites Ensure consistent and compliant HR practices across the organisation Recruitment & Workforce Planning Lead full-cycle recruitment across manufacturing and business support roles Partner with managers on role design, job descriptions, and selection processes Build and maintain talent pipelines for critical roles Implement and improve recruitment processes and tools (ATS, sourcing strategies) Employee Relations & Employment Law Manage all employee relations cases end-to-end (disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance) Provide clear, risk-aware advice to managers Ensure full compliance with UK employment legislation and internal policies Manager Coaching & Capability Building Coach and support managers in people management best practices Deliver guidance and training on: Performance management Conducting investigations and hearings Effective recruitment and interviewing Build management capability to improve consistency and reduce risk HR Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement Own and manage HR systems (HRIS, personnel records, reporting tools) Review, develop, and implement HR policies and procedures Identify and drive process improvements across the HR function Ensure accurate record-keeping and audit readiness Organisational Change & Projects Support organisational change initiatives including restructures, role redesign, and workforce planning Provide HR input on business transformation and operational changes Lead or support HR-related projects as required Stakeholder & Leadership Support Act as a trusted advisor to directors and site leadership teams Support business planning with workforce insights and recommendations Contribute to building a high-performance and accountable culture HR Reporting & Analytics Produce monthly HR reports for directors Analyse key HR metrics (absence, turnover, recruitment, engagement) Present insights, trends, and recommendations to leadership and wider teams Engagement, Culture & Employee Experience Lead employee engagement initiatives across both sites Organise and coordinate company events and activities Support retention, morale, and employer brand development Multi-site Responsibility Provide HR support across both Westbury and Mardy sites Travel regularly to ensure visibility, consistency, and strong working relationships What We're Looking For Proven experience in a standalone or highly autonomous HR role Strong background within manufacturing, industrial, or operational environments Demonstrable experience managing complex employee relations cases Experience across full employee lifecycle and recruitment Confident working with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making Strong working knowledge of UK employment law Experience with HR systems and process improvement Desirable CIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent experience) Experience in multi-site organisations Experience supporting organisational change (e.g., restructures, TUPE) Key Attributes Hands-on and pragmatic approach Able to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery Strong communicator with the confidence to challenge when needed Highly organised and resilient in a fast-paced environment Additional Information This is a fully on-site role Travel between sites is required This is a standalone position with full responsibility for the HR function