Job Title: HR Manager
Location: Dronfield
Hours: Part or Full Time (Minimum 30 Hours)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £37-46,000 (Depending on Experience and Agreed Hours)
A well‑established SME manufacturer is seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager. This is a hands‑on, site‑based position providing a professional, responsive and commercially aware HR service across the organisation. Working closely with directors and line managers, you will take full ownership of HR operations, ensuring people processes are consistent, fair and compliant with UK employment legislation.
Responsibilities:
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Managing the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to exit.
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Taking a hands on approach to leading and improving HR processes.
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Delivering recruitment campaigns and carrying out interviews and pre‑employment checks.
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Ensuring HR policies and procedures remain compliant and consistently applied.
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Advising managers on all HR and ER matters.
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Conducting investigations, disciplinary meetings and other employee meetings independently and confidentially.
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Supporting managers with performance, attendance, development and general HR matters, including coaching where required.
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Identifying skill gaps and training needs with managers and create suitable development plans.
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Coordinating and conducting appraisals, training plan meetings and career development discussions.
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Supporting managers to build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Requirements:
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A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or working towards)
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Proven experience in an HR role, ideally within a manufacturing setting.
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Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
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Hands on experience of employee relations and recruitment.
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A service driven approach to supporting managers.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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A highly organised approach and confidence multitasking.
If you’re looking to take on a stand-alone HR role where you can take ownership of your work, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and take the next step in your career.