Interim HR Manager
Sherborne, Dorset | 3–6 Month Contract | £45,000 Pro Rata
Lead Critical People Projects. Drive Meaningful Change. Make an Immediate Impact.
Are you an experienced HR professional with a proven track record of managing complex organisational change, redundancy programmes, consultations, and TUPE transfers?
We're looking for a confident and commercially minded Interim HR Manager to join a well-established organisation in Sherborne, Dorset, for an exciting 3–6 month assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key people projects, provide expert HR leadership, and help shape business-critical decisions during a period of change.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex employee relations challenges, and can quickly build credibility with stakeholders at all levels, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to lead high-profile organisational change initiatives
Make a visible impact from day one
Work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders
Varied and rewarding interim assignment
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Competitive salary of £45,000 per annum (pro rata)
The Role
As Interim HR Manager, you'll be the go-to expert for employee relations, organisational change, and employment legislation. You'll play a pivotal role in supporting managers and leadership teams through critical business projects while ensuring compliance and best-practice HR standards.
This is a hands-on role requiring confidence, resilience, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead redundancy programmes from planning through to implementation
- Manage consultation processes, restructures, and organisational change initiatives
- Oversee and support TUPE transfers, ensuring legal compliance and a positive employee experience
- Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters
- Partner with managers to deliver effective people solutions aligned to business objectives
- Ensure compliance with current UK employment legislation and HR best practice
- Support policy development and implementation where required
- Maintain accurate HR records, documentation, and reporting
About You
You'll be an experienced HR professional who can quickly establish credibility and confidently manage sensitive and complex people matters.
Essential Skills & Experience
✔ Significant experience in a senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or equivalent role
✔ Strong hands-on experience managing:
- Redundancy programmes
- Consultation and restructuring processes
- TUPE transfers
- Complex employee relations cases
✔ Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law
✔ Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills
✔ Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
✔ Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
Desirable
- CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent experience)
Essential Requirements
- Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check
- Available to commit to a 3–6 month contract
- Able to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- Based within commuting distance of Sherborne, Dorset
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're an experienced HR professional looking for an interim role where your expertise will be genuinely valued and your contribution will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and take the lead on key people projects that shape organisational success.
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Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
