HR Manager

HR Manager- Preston UK (Multi-site role)- Head office Preston Full-time and Permanent | Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, incl. 1-hour unpaid break) £45,000 – £50,000 per annum + benefits About the Company Our client is a well-established, market-leading national distributor within the fmcg sector, with a successful heritage spanning over 60 years. With a turnover exceeding £150m and a workforce of 400+ employees, they operate across multiple UK sites, delivering a wide range of products to businesses of all sizes from independent operators to large-scale organisations. Blending local expertise with national scale, the company is known for its strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and commitment to innovation in a fast-moving industry. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering the organisation’s People Plan. Working closely with the Group HR Director, you’ll take a hands-on, strategic and operational role, supporting managers across the business while driving best practice in people management and employment law compliance. Key Responsibilities • Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategy aligned to business goals • Lead end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning • Oversee onboarding, training, and development initiatives • Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, including complex case management • Draft and manage HR documentation, policies, and procedures • Drive performance management processes, including appraisals and reviews • Support succession planning and talent development across business units • Monitor and improve employee engagement and retention strategies • Manage compensation, benefits, and payroll coordination • Maintain accurate HR systems, reporting, and data compliance • Deliver training sessions and workshops to managers and teams • Lead and contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives Compliance & Culture • Ensure full compliance with UK employment legislation and HR best practice • Promote a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion • Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism • Support a safe and compliant working environment, adhering to Health & Safety standards What We’re Looking For Essential: • CIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent experience) • Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor • Strong knowledge of UK employment law • Experience handling complex employee relations cases • Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills • High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information Desirable: • CIPD Level 7 (or working towards) • Experience in organisational change or transformation • Exposure to M&A activity • Knowledge of GDPR/Data Protection • Experience using HR analytics and data-driven decision making What’s in It for You? • KPI Bonus Scheme • 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) • Company Pension Scheme • Life Assurance • Company Sick Pay • Employee Discount Scheme • Cycle to Work Scheme • Employee Assistance Programme Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, nationally recognised organisation where you can truly make an impact. You’ll have the autonomy to shape HR practices while working within a supportive leadership structure. How to Apply Send your CV to to submit your application or call me on if you require any additional information. INDBSO