"The Ordinary" HR Manager, Fixed Term Contract (Nottingham)

Company Overview: We are a collective of disrupters and doers, creatives and scientists, with a mission to reimagine the world of beauty.

Role Overview: As HR Manager, you’ll act as a trusted partner, providing expert guidance to drive key people initiatives. You’ll work closely with senior HR leadership to deliver against operational priorities while shaping a strong, engaged, and high‑performing workforce.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end‑to‑end HR support for the Nottingham distribution centre and warehouse operations, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Act as a trusted HR Business Partner to local leaders, translating business needs into effective people strategies and solutions.
• Provide expert guidance across change management, employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, and talent development.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders (e.g. L&D, Talent Acquisition, Compensation) to design and implement tailored local initiatives.
• Ensure full compliance with employment legislation while aligning policies and practices with company vision, values, and global standards.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions and terminations, mitigating risk in partnership with senior HR leadership and legal.
• Drive a positive workplace culture by strengthening employee engagement, fostering inclusion, and building strong relationships with warehouse leadership.
• Partner with managers to embed effective performance management practices, including goal setting, talent planning, and accountability frameworks.
• Deliver and support training initiatives on key topics such as employment law, performance management, and leadership capability.
• Identify process gaps and continuously improve HR practices, staying current on industry trends and evolving employment regulations.

Qualifications:

• Strong HR leadership profile with 5+ years’ experience in Supply Chain/Warehouse environments, supported by relevant HR/IR education (CIPD or equivalent is a plus).
• In‑depth knowledge of UK/EU employment legislation, with the ability to apply it effectively in complex, fast‑paced operational settings.
• Proven expertise in managing complex employee relations cases, with strong problem‑solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills handled with professionalism and discretion.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated capability in coaching and mentoring, driving change management initiatives, and operating with strong business acumen, autonomy, and attention to detail in high‑pressure environments.

Benefits:

• Generous vacation and personal days, plus additional time off for volunteering, civic engagement, and personal celebrations.
• Six months of paid time off for new parents (inclusive of all genders).
• Work from anywhere for four weeks per year.
• A hybrid work model for applicable roles.
• Summer Fridays – get off at 1 pm all summer long for applicable roles.
• Unlimited access to an Employee Assistance Program that includes mental health care and mindfulness programmes.
• Access to development grants and a LinkedIn Learning membership.
• A generous discount on DECIEM products for you, your family, and your friends.

Equal Opportunity Statement: DECIEM is an equal‑opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on age, colour, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and local laws. We are also committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted to be part of our recruitment process and require accommodation, please let us know.