HR Manager One of the worlds leading partners for retailers and brands alike is looking for a UK focused HR Manager / People and Culture Manager. Tasked with driving the future of the UK operations, youll be a thought leader, and someone prepared to challenge the status quo. A HR professional who has introduced a variety of people:focused initiatives both in attraction and retention. BASIC SALARY: A GBP 50,000 : A GBP 60,000 BENEFITS: A Company car or car allowance A Pension A Bonus A Life assurance Location: A Hybrid role with 4 days at Head Office, which is in Hertfordshire, monthly/quarterly visits to other sites which are in Buckinghamshire, Yorkshire and Newcastle. Commutable locations: Travel will be required; therefore, flexibility goes both ways, that said, Milton Keynes, St. Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Aylesbury, Luton, Dunstable, Watford, High Wycombe, or Stevenage would all be ideal. Why read on: We are a business at a crossroads, we have great foundations and a story to tell, however, attracting, retaining, and progressing talent is consistently at the forefront of our minds. Following a significant acquisition, we are looking to enhance our HR capabilities. We are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued and inspired. Youre a proactive HR professional ready to make that impact. Role Purpose: HR Manager / People and Culture Manager : Manufacturing To implement strategic people and culture initiatives that align with global business needs, whilst being tailored to the demands of the UK. Having a voice at the top table, youll own and drive the people agenda, be a key part of it, and work closely with the SLT to not only provide council and advice, but to ensure a consistent message to the wider business. Key tasks: A Reporting to the VP of People and Culture, youll draw down global initiatives and implement them at a local level. A Supporting c250 colleagues across 4 sites, youll be visible and approachable, engaging with the shop floor through to the UKs senior leadership team. A Oversee HR operations for a team of 2, providing guidance and support to ensure effective service delivery. A Manage employee relations cases, fostering a positive and approachable environment. A Play a key role in various side projects such as, employee engagement surveys, vendor management, policy and process creation/reviews, HR/Payroll system and benefits offerings. Person specification: HR Manager / People and Culture Manager : Manufacturing Youll have previously championed people, culture, and well:being, and consistently generated methods to engage with, promote, train, and develop a workforce. Youll be fully CIPD qualified (preferably MCIPD), with commercial, business partnering approach, youll have an inquisitive nature for change, and youll be well versed in staying up to date with new technology / methodologies. Most likely you will have: A A proven track record across a variety of industries, although most likely from a manufacturing environment. A A commercial approach to HR ensuring the balance between operational needs and people wellness. A The ability to demonstrate initiatives you have implemented and the results they have produced. A Experienced a stand:alone or multisite role, with c150/200+ employees, with some exposure to a global/corporate organisation. A Excellent knowledge of UK Employment Law, along with Mergers and Acquisitions with a particular focus on transitional change, TUPE transfer and integration. The company: HR Manager / People and Culture Manager : Manufacturing Our goal is to assist retailers in providing a great shopping experience; we seek to provide unique and turnkey solutions to the in:store experience. We are a global company, but in everything we do, we are local. With a flexible working model, we can continuously grow with our customers in new markets. Via our comprehensive range of production facilities, we can d