HR Manager

The HR Manager position in Leicester is a permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week) with a salary up to £45,000 per annum, plus benefits including 28 days holiday, a pension scheme, and free parking. This hands-on position involves taking ownership of the HR function within an established Leicester business. You will support managers with practical advice, handle employee relations, and contribute to shaping workplace practices.

The role suits an experienced HR professional who prefers being close to daily operations. Key responsibilities include guiding staff and providing straightforward guidance across the organisation.

HR Manager Leicester Permanent Full-time - 37.5 hours per week Up to £45,000 pa Benefits of the HR Manager role: 28 days holiday including bank holidays, pension scheme and free on-site parking.

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys being close to the business and making a real difference day to day? If you like a hands‑on HR Manager role where you can support managers, guide employees and shape how things are done, this could be a great next step.

We’re working with a well‑established business in Leicester who are looking for an HR Manager to take ownership of their HR function. This HR Manager role is varied and hands‑on, giving you the chance to be involved in everything from employee relations through to supporting managers with practical, straightforward advice. As the HR Manager, you’ll also manage and support an HR Administrator, so this would suit someone who enjoys developing others alongside their own workload.

You’ll be someone who enjoys building strong relationships across the business and is comfortable getting stuck into the detail when needed - a key part of being a successful HR Manager in this environment.

• Acting as the main point of contact for all HR matters across the business
• Supporting managers with day‑to‑day HR queries and providing clear, practical guidance
• Managing employee relations cases including absence, performance, disciplinaries and grievances
• Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, vetting and probation processes
• Reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures
• Making sure everything is in line with current employment legislation
• Line managing and supporting an HR Administrator
• Keeping HR records accurate and supporting with reporting where needed

• Previous experience in a generalist HR role, ideally at Advisor or Manager level
• Some experience of managing or mentoring others would be useful
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment such as manufacturing or similar
• CIPD qualification would be helpful but isn’t essential
• Confident supporting and advising managers in a clear, down‑to‑earth way
• Organised, approachable and happy to take ownership of your workload

This HR Manager role is a great opportunity for someone who wants to step into a broad position where you can genuinely add value, take ownership and support the development of a team.