HR Manager

We are recruiting for a HR Manager to join a well-established business based in Driffield on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is a hands-on, operational HR role, working closely with a small HR team and supporting managers and leaders across the business.

You’ll take the lead on employee relations, HR policy and day-to-day people matters, while also providing senior-level advice and guidance.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing senior HR advice and support to operational managers and leadership teams
• Taking ownership of complex employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management
• Reviewing, updating and writing HR policies and procedures
• Coaching managers on effective people management and ensuring HR processes are applied consistently
• Working closely with and supporting the development of a small HR team
• Supporting organisational change and wider people initiatives
• Partnering with operational leaders to understand workforce challenges and future resource requirements
• Using HR data and insights to identify trends, skills gaps and areas for improvement
• Supporting employee engagement, wellbeing, culture and inclusion initiatives
• Working collaboratively with recruitment and Learning & Development to support wider business requirements

What we’re looking for

• Recent experience within a Senior HR Business Partner, HR Manager or similar generalist HR role
• A minimum of 3-5 years' recent HR experience
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases
• Experience writing, reviewing and implementing HR policies
• A confident, hands-on approach with the ability to operate both independently and as part of a small team
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to coach and challenge managers when required
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, construction or another operational environment would be advantageous
• CIPD qualified or working towards a relevant qualification
• A full UK driving licence
• Available immediately or at short notice to start a 6-month FTC

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys being close to the operation and wants to make an impact from day one.

You’ll be joining a busy environment where your HR expertise, commercial approach and ability to build strong relationships will be highly valued.

If you’re immediately available, coming to the end of a contract or looking for your next 6-month HR opportunity in the Driffield area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Castle Employment Group for a confidential conversation about the role.