A brilliant opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a leading organisation in the manufacturing sector on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This role plays a pivotal part in overseeing day-to-day HR operations, leading a small team, and partnering with senior managers to deliver the people strategy.You'll need to be within a commutable distance of Bristol and hold a full UK driving licence, as occasional travel between local sites is required.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Operations & AdvisoryAct as the escalation point for daily HR queriesSupport payroll, pensions, benefits and absence managementProvide guidance on all family leave policiesLead on disciplinary, grievance and capability casesSupport recruitment, particularly senior-level hiringHandle flexible working requests and approvalsHR Team LeadershipLine manage and develop the HR teamDeliver 1:1s, coaching sessions and oversee cross-skillingDrive team initiatives and ensure seamless operationsBusiness PartneringWork closely with senior managers to support business objectivesSupport restructures, consultations and talent planningCoach managers on performance and developmentLearning & DevelopmentOversee L&D activity and internal trainingManage apprenticeship levy usage and development programmesMonitor L&D budgets and uptakeCulture, Engagement & CommunicationsChampion culture and values across the businessLead engagement activity and Employee Voice groupsSupport wellbeing initiatives, EAP, MHFA and Occupational HealthCollaborate with internal communications on content and messagingSystems, Reporting & ComplianceMaintain accurate HRIS data and produce HR metricsEnsure policy updates and legal complianceSupport EDI initiatives and annual HR cycle tasksProject ManagementLead/support HR projects such as ATS implementation and leadership development programmesDrive process improvements and digitalisationWhat You'll NeedProven HR leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environmentStrong UK employment law knowledgeExperience across ER, recruitment, L&D and partnering with senior stakeholdersExcellent communication, coaching and relationship-building skillsWorking Pattern & BenefitsFlexible working hours1 day per week working from homeSupportive and collaborative team environmentStrong wellbeing and benefits offeringPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.If your application is shortlisted, you may receive an email inviting you to arrange a Teams call, so please keep an eye on your inbox.Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: https://privacy-policy
