HR Manager
About the job
Morgan McKinley Northern Home Counties are proud to be working in partnership with a growing manufacturing business in the East Midlands to recruit an HR Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, hands-on HR professional to lead the HR function while overseeing day-to-day office operations. The role offers the chance to bring recruitment fully in-house, build talent pipelines, and shape the HR strategy within a supportive, high-performance environment.
Responsibilities:
* Lead full-cycle recruitment, including drafting job descriptions, advertising roles, sourcing and headhunting candidates, conducting interviews, and managing selection
* Work with department heads to forecast hiring needs and create strategic recruitment plans
* Develop and manage onboarding programmes to integrate new employees effectively
* Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with UK employment law
* Support employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, and performance management
* Oversee performance appraisal systems to foster accountability and high performance
* Identify training needs, manage internal and external development initiatives, and support learning and development activities
* Maintain HR records, contracts, and HRIS systems with accuracy and confidentiality
* Prepare and present HR metrics and reports to senior leadership, highlighting trends and insights
* Manage office facilities, H&S compliance, security, and supplier relationships
* Provide administrative and PA support to senior management, including diary management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements
* Oversee internal processes and SOPs, driving efficiency, organisation, and a positive workplace culture
Profile:
* CIPD Level 5 qualified (Level 3 may be considered)
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a combined HR and office management role
* Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment, including headhunting
* Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
* Experience supporting disciplinary, grievance, and employee relations processes
* Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities efficiently
* Hands-on, proactive, and process-driven approach
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence and build trust at all levels
* Advanced Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel) and familiarity with HRIS systems
* Discreet, professional, and able to handle confidential information with integrity
Salary & Benefits:
£40,000- £45,000 per annum + benefits
