This is a true generalist role and a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join a well-established friendly team Working hours/pattern: Hybrid, 2 days per week (onsite) and 1 day per week (remote), 24 hours per week, 8am till 4.30pm. Company benefits: discretionary company bonus scheme, free parking, 22 days holiday bank holidays, enhanced sick pay scheme Job Responsibilities - * Overseeing and implementing HR activity across UK sites. * Providing advice in line with company policy, including best practice. * Support senior management to deliver the strategic business objectives in line with the company culture and values. * Lead by example, promoting and instilling the company values and a collaborative way of working across all departments and locations. * Support the Operations Director with organisation design and resourcing to ensure all departments are working effectively. * Be the lead on recruitment and onboarding into the business, ensuring new starters are given the best possible introduction to the business and implement improvements to the onboarding process. * Review and identify training and development needs, including succession planning. * Coach Managers and Supervisors to address performance, conduct and absence concerns in line with company policies. * Manage and support Employee Relations, advising on process and taking notes at meetings. * Monthly reporting/KPIs such as staff turnover, training, payroll, temp labour, absence, to drive improvements across the business. * Liaise with our external Employment Law Consultants to ensure that the company policies and processes are compliant with Employment Law changes. * Ensure continuity of internal communications throughout the business including communication with all levels through newsletters, notice boards, email, etc. * HR administration including preparation of all paperwork e.g. contracts/addendums. * Prepare the 4-weekly and monthly payroll for our third party to process before being returned for deductions and payments. * Take the lead on annual NMW increases and bonus reviews. * Drive engagement initiatives including the charity committee, health & wellbeing strategy and further. * Carry out employee surveys to obtain feedback and make further improvements. * Be involved in the H&S committee and manager training. * Any other reasonable duties that are required by the Operations Director. About you Essential: * Assoc CIPD qualified to minimum level 5 essential or equivalent experience. * Ability to communicate, influence and build/maintain relationships across all levels. * Ability to organise, coordinate and work autonomously. * Strong IT skills essential. Desirable: * Previous payroll involvement advantageous. * Previous experience in a FMCG/manufacturing environment. * Full clean driving licence and own car