HR Manager
Stroud
£45,000 – £50,000
Full Time | Permanent
We are recruiting for an experienced HR Manager to join a growing manufacturing business based in Stroud.
This is a standalone, site-based generalist role supporting approximately 200 employees. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will play a key role in delivering a proactive HR service across both operational and office-based teams.
This opportunity would suit a hands-on HR professional who enjoys building strong working relationships, supporting managers across all areas of HR, and helping to drive positive change within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
The Role
As HR Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day HR function while also supporting wider people initiatives across the business.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing practical HR advice and guidance to managers and employees
- Managing employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances and absence management
- Supporting managers with performance management and coaching
- Managing recruitment, onboarding and induction activity
- Coordinating temporary labour requirements with external suppliers
- Reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures
- Identifying training and development needs across the business
- Supporting succession planning and employee development initiatives
- Monitoring HR metrics including absence, turnover and headcount
- Managing internal communications and company updates
- Preparing and managing the HR budget
- Ensuring compliance with current employment legislation and company policies
About You
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- Previous HR Manager or senior HR generalist experience
- Experience working within manufacturing, engineering or another operational environment
- Strong employee relations knowledge and experience
- The confidence to build credibility across all levels of the business
- Experience supporting both blue and white collar workforces
- CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience
- Good HR systems and Microsoft Office skills
- A proactive, practical and hands-on approach
- The ability to work autonomously within a standalone role
Salary & Benefits
- Salary of £45,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Hybrid working policy available, although the role is predominantly site-based
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing business
Working Hours
Monday to Friday.
Typical working hours are 8:00am – 4:30pm, although some flexibility is required to support operational needs.
What’s Next?
If you are an experienced HR professional looking for a varied and visible standalone HR role within a growing manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now for immediate consideration.
INDHRP
Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Stonehouse GL10 3SW
