Our ClientAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in South Tyneside. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, this role will lead the people agenda during a period of significant growth, investment and organisational development. This is a broad and influential position, offering the opportunity to shape people strategy while remaining close to day-to-day operational HR activity. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting workforce growth, organisational change, talent development and employee engagement. The working week is compressed Mon-Thurs with Fridays off.What You'll DoKey responsibilities will include:* Partnering with senior leaders to support business growth and organisational objectives.* Leading succession planning, workforce planning and talent development initiatives.* Advising on organisational change, business transformation and employee engagement activities.* Supporting recruitment, onboarding and apprenticeship programmes.* Coaching and developing managers to enhance leadership capability.* Providing expert guidance on employee relations matters and employment legislation.* Ensuring HR policies, processes and compliance frameworks remain effective and up to date.* Maintaining a positive, high-performance culture through periods of growth and change.What You'll BringYou will be able to demonstrate experience in some if not all of the following:* Previous experience in an HR Manager or senior HR generalist position.* Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills.* Experience supporting organisational change, growth or transformation programmes.* Excellent employment law knowledge and practical HR expertise.* Confidence coaching and influencing managers at all levels.* A pragmatic, hands-on and commercially minded approach.* The ability to build credibility with both operational and leadership teams.Manufacturing experience would be advantageous but is not essential, with candidates from a variety of sectors encouraged to apply.ContactFor further information please get in touch - /
