Primary Purpose : To act on behalf of the Company in a hands-on role and required to provide operational and strategic direction with all HR matters. Key Responsibilities Strategy Provide leadership for the HR strategy and business goals Ensure the delivery and adherence of the people policies Participate in the implementation of specific projects, procedures and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the organisation Continuously monitor and review HR policies and processes and implement changes where necessary Employee Relations and Development Initial point of contact for employees for HR related queries Management of complex employee relations, including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy Driving change through the Works Counsel Sharing of company news using the HR portal and newsletter Manage talent and succession planning, liaising with colleges and training providers Develop and maintain training matrix and records to ensure skills cover across PCML Recruitment, Selection and Induction Liaising with site directors to identify and discuss employment vacancies Support the recruitment process, writing job description, selection of candidates to interview through job boards and agencies, preparing interview questions and providing feedback Onboarding new starters, including on site inductions Benefits and Rewards Administration Working with finance to ensure payroll and pension, payments and deductions are calculated and administered correctly. Work with appropriate parties on reward strategy Monitor & coordinate PCML holidays to ensure skills cover Communicate KPIs from the strategic annual plan so that each employee is aware Performance Measures Absence rate Training completion rate Actual versus budgeted cost of hire Workforce stability Person Specification Skills: Significant experience across all HR Operational areas in a manufacturing environment Excellent communication skills (both written and spoken), with attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent planning and organisation skills, with the ability to work under pressure Excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills Intellectual capability and capacity to maintain knowledge of current legalities and practices relevant to employment law Capability to liaise with external Consultants and implement advice and guidance provided Ability to liaise and coach with Senior Management Ability to consistently promote high standards through personal example Flexibility to work across 3 sites. Knowledge requirements: CIPD Level 7 Knowledge of current employment legislation and practices