HR Manager

Reference: 4824197Job ID: 5412055Posted: 2026-08-28Closing date: 2026-11-26Location: South ManchesterSalary: Circa 55,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / HR ManagementCompany: HaysConsultant: Morgan PowellHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 0161 228 6900Email: morgan.powell@hays.comHays Human Resources are delighted to be partnering with an international manufacturing organisation, to recruit an experienced HR Manager to oversee their UK operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you will play a key role supporting the leadership team whilst shaping and delivering the people agenda across the UK workforce. This role offers a broad and varied remit with significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence both operational and strategic people initiatives.

Start date: October 5th The RoleReporting in to the Head of HR, operating in a stand-alone capacity, you will act as the primary HR lead for the UK business, partnering closely with senior leaders and managers across multiple functions.

This is a true generalist position offering exposure across the full employee life-cycle, combining hands-on operational delivery with opportunities to contribute to wider HR projects.

Key responsibilities will include

Partnering with the UK leadership team to deliver people-focused solutions and commercial HR support. Managing employee relations matters, including organisational change and restructuring activity. Supporting absence management and broader employee wellbeing initiatives.

Leading end-to-end recruitment activity across the business. Overseeing payroll-related processes, ensuring accuracy and identifying opportunities for improvement. Coaching and supporting managers, building long-lasting relationships.

Administering employee benefits and reward processes. Acting as a key stakeholder for the global HR system and employee data management. Driving process improvements and supporting ongoing HR transformation initiatives. About YouWe are keen to speak with experienced HR professionals who thrive in autonomous environments and enjoy building strong relationships across a business.

You will likely bring: Previous experience as an HR Manager, HR Business Partner or standalone HR lead. Strong generalist HR knowledge across all aspects of HR, including employee relations, recruitment, payroll and benefits.

A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to work independently and use initiative. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Strong analytical and numeracy skills, with confidence working with spreadsheets, HR systems and employee data.

A flexible mindset and willingness to get involved in all aspects of the HR function. What's on Offer? Salary of 50,000 - 60,000 dependent on experience Car allowance of approximately 540 per month10% annual bonus (targeted)Hybrid working available Private medical coverSalary sacrifice pension with employer matching up to 9%Salary sacrifice car schemeLife assurance25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysAccess to a comprehensive employee benefits platform What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4824197 - Morgan Powell

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