Salary up to £55k (pro-rata), depending on experience
Lead People, Culture and Growth in a Global Technology Business
Tritech International is seeking an experienced HR Manager to take ownership of all people and HR activities across our growing international technology business.
This is a standalone HR leadership role offering the opportunity to shape employee experience, support organisational growth and influence culture across a highly skilled workforce of approximately 70 employees.
Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, and reporting to the Executive Vice President, you will lead all aspects of the employee lifecycle, providing practical HR support and guidance while ensuring effective people processes, employee engagement and compliance with employment legislation.
As part of a larger international group, Tritech combines the agility of a specialist technology business with the opportunities and resources of a global organisation, providing access to wider learning, development and career opportunities.
The Role
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced standalone HR Manager or ambitious HR Business Partner seeking a broad and influential role within a successful international technology company.
You will act as the primary HR professional within the business, partnering with managers and employees across all departments while supporting strategic and operational HR activities.
The role covers employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, employee engagement, performance management, policy development and organisational improvement.
You will also collaborate with HR colleagues and leaders across the wider group, contributing to broader people initiatives and development programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Engagement & Culture
- Lead employee engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives across the business
- Develop effective employee communication and feedback mechanisms
- Coordinate employee recognition programmes and support wider people initiatives
- Promote a positive and inclusive working environment
Employee Relations & HR Leadership
- Provide practical HR advice, coaching and support to managers
- Manage disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management processes
- Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies and HR best practice
- Support managers in resolving people-related challenges effectively and consistently
Talent Acquisition & Employer Brand
- Lead recruitment activities from workforce planning through to onboarding
- Develop relationships with recruitment partners, educational institutions and industry networks
- Support workforce planning and talent attraction initiatives
- Promote Tritech's employer brand across a range of recruitment channels
Learning, Development & Succession
- Support learning and development activities across the business
- Facilitate performance management and succession planning processes
- Identify development opportunities for employees and managers
- Promote participation in local and group-wide development programmes
HR Operations & Continuous Improvement
- Act as the primary HR contact for employees and managers
- Maintain HR policies, procedures and employee documentation
- Monitor HR metrics and provide reporting and insights to support decision-making
- Support business change and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
Essential
· CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience
· Experience in a standalone HR Manager, HR Business Partner or broad HR generalist role
· Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
· Experience managing employee relations matters across the full employee lifecycle
· Experience in recruitment, onboarding and people development activities
· Excellent communication, coaching and stakeholder management skills
· Ability to work independently while building strong relationships across the business
· Familiarity with HR systems, reporting and people analytics
Desirable
· CIPD Level 7 qualification
· Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or technology environment
· Experience working within an international or group business structure
Personal Attributes
· Approachable, professional and highly credible
· Proactive and self-motivated
· Commercially aware with strong business acumen
· Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
· Collaborative and relationship-focused
· Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels
Location & Eligibility (Please Read Before Applying)
· This role is based in Ulverston, Cumbria.
· This is primarily an onsite position.
· Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance of Ulverston.
· Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK.
· We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
The Benefits
· Flexible part-time working arrangement (3–4 days per week)
· Annual bonus based on Company performance
· Death in service life assurance (6x salary)
· Enhanced Company Sick Pay scheme and Income Protection insurance
· Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
· 25 days holiday increasing with length of service (pro rata)
· Enhanced family leave entitlements
· Employer-funded health cash plan
· Access to wider group learning and development opportunities
· Modern and collaborative working environment
About Tritech International
Tritech International is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance underwater technology solutions. Our products support customers across offshore energy, defence, marine research and commercial markets worldwide.
With ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for innovation and technical excellence, we continue to invest in our people, products and future development.
If you are an experienced HR professional who enjoys variety, autonomy and making a visible impact, this is an opportunity to shape the people agenda of a successful international technology business while working closely with senior leaders and employees across the organisation.
We would welcome your application.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to £55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Ulverston LA12 7LB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
