HR Generalist Newbury Up to £40k Hybrid Initial 6 month contract Scope: Our client, a leading global manufacturing technology company, is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join their Newbury site on an initial 6 month contract. This role centralises around the support creation, updating, and applying of HR policies and firm guidelines. Responsibilities: Provide direct support to employees, HR groups, and management, handling various HR transactions as part of a centralized function. Maintain employee records, input data into the HRIS system, and process forms related to new hires, status changes, performance evaluations, benefits, and terminations. Conduct new-hire orientations, prepare special reports (e.g., insurance, headcount), and assist with compensation and benefits data gathering and analysis. Support the recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting background checks, and assisting with onboarding. Assist with employee relations issues, including investigations, dispute resolution, disciplinary actions, and provide payroll changes to the payroll department. Manage training, performance management, benefits administration, HR policy implementation, and employee offboarding, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies. About You: Proven track record in managing HR operational functions, including employee relations, compliance, and performance management in a unionized environment. Ideally have CIPD Excellent critical thinking and conflict-resolution skills to manage sensitive employee matters, drive HR initiatives, and ensure smooth operations. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a global, market-leading company and contribute to its ongoing success, apply now or get in touch to discuss the role further. Consult will contact candidates within 14 days of application. If you don’t hear back after 2 weeks, please assume that your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.