HR Manager (12 Month MAT Cover)

A brilliant opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Manager to join a leading organisation in the manufacturing sector on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This role plays a pivotal part in overseeing day-to-day HR operations, leading a small team, and partnering with senior managers to deliver the people strategy.You''ll need to be within a commutable distance of Bristol and hold a full UK driving licence, as occasional travel between local sites is required.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Operations and AdvisoryAct as the escalation point for daily HR queriesSupport payroll, pensions, benefits and absence managementProvide guidance on all family leave policiesLead on disciplinary, grievance and capability casesSupport recruitment, particularly senior-level hiringHandle flexible working requests and approvalsHR Team LeadershipLine manage and develop the HR teamDeliver 1:1s, coaching sessions and oversee cross-skillingDrive team initiatives and ensure seamless operationsBusiness PartneringWork closely with senior managers to support business objectivesSupport restructures, consultations and talent planningCoach managers on performance and developmentLearning and DevelopmentOversee LandD activity and internal trainingManage apprenticeship levy usage and development programmesMonitor LandD budgets and uptakeCulture, Engagement and CommunicationsChampion culture and values across the businessLead engagement activity and Employee Voice groupsSupport wellbeing ..... full job details .....