Interim HR Lead

• Competitive day rate - via umbrella
• 3-6 month contract

About Our Client

Manufacturing client in Birmingham

Job Description

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  Provide full operational HR support across a busy manufacturing environment
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  Manage complex ER cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations
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  Drive effective absence and performance management processes
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  Partner with operational leaders to deliver HR solutions aligned to business needs
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  Support line managers in all people-related matters, ensuring best practice is followed
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  Champion HR policies, processes, and compliance with employment legislation
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  Build strong, credible relationships with stakeholders at all levels
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  Deliver pragmatic HR advice in a fast-paced and evolving environment

The Successful Applicant

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  Proven HR experience in a manufacturing or similar industrial environment is essential
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  Strong employment relations knowledge with the ability to handle complex cases confidently
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  A pragmatic, commercial mindset with excellent communication and influencing skills
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  CIPD Level 5 qualified or qualified by experience (QBE)
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  Able to quickly build trust and credibility with teams and leaders
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  Resilient, solutions-focused, and able to manage competing priorities

What's on Offer

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  Competitive day rate / fixed-term salary (commensurate with experience)
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  Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, people-focused organisation
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  Exposure to senior stakeholders and full operational HR leadership
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  Supportive and collaborative team environment