Job Description:

HR Manager

Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of the HR function, supporting both operational and strategic business objectives. The successful candidate will have a strong background within a manufacturing environment and be confident managing employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and HR compliance across a fast-paced workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day HR function across the business
• Provide expert HR advice and guidance to managers and employees
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, and performance-related issues
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with current employment legislation
• Support workforce planning, recruitment, and talent acquisition activities
• Oversee employee onboarding, training, and development initiatives
• Monitor and report on key HR metrics and workforce trends
• Drive employee engagement and retention strategies
• Ensure compliance with employment law, company policies, and industry regulations
• Support succession planning and organisational development
• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives
• Manage HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as an HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor, or HR Business Partner
• Proven experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, production, or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Experience managing complex employee relations cases
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the business
• Experience supporting change management and business transformation projects
• CIPD Level 5 qualification as a minimum (Level 7 desirable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems

If you are interested in this position please apply directly or email your CV over to (url removed) You can also call Maria on (phone number removed) 

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