HR Manager

We’re supporting a well‑established Midlothian based organisation to find an experienced HR Manager to lead their people agenda. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the business, building strong relationships, and making a visible impact, both strategically and day‑to‑day.

You’ll work closely with the senior leadership team as a trusted partner, helping to shape the people strategy while also being hands‑on across the full HR remit. It’s a varied role where no two days look the same, one minute you’ll be coaching managers, the next you’ll be driving forward key initiatives around culture, engagement and organisational development.

• Partnering with senior stakeholders to align people strategy with business goals
• Supporting and developing managers to build confidence in their people leadership
• Managing a range of employee relations activity, with a proactive, early‑intervention approach
• Leading recruitment and onboarding to ensure a strong candidate experience
• Reviewing and improving policies, processes and overall HR effectiveness
• Overseeing learning & development activity and supporting a culture of continuous improvement
• Taking ownership of Health & Safety and ensuring compliance across the business

• Proven experience at HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor level
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practice
• Experience working in a unionised environment (essential)
• Ideally, a background within manufacturing, industrial or similar operational environments
• A natural coaching style and the ability to build credibility quickly
• A hands‑on approach, with the ability to balance strategic input and operational delivery

A true end‑to‑end HR role with variety and autonomy
the chance to influence at leadership level
the opportunity to add genuine value and build strong relationships across a business

We’d love to have a confidential conversation.