Group HR Manager in Banbury

Our client, based in Banbury, with sister companies in Wales and Hampshire, provides a range of customised services, including warehousing, distribution, and sales and marketing, to support partnered manufacturers of medical and surgical products across the UK. They are seeking a part-time Group HR Manager, who will be instrumental in shaping the HR strategy, enhancing employee engagement and driving organisational effectiveness, while acting as a trusted advisor to the Board and Executive Team on people strategy and supporting them in achieving their business plan targets. The Group HR Manager will lead and manage all aspects of HR across the UK business. This is a hands-on, generalist role, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with leaders and employees in a fast-paced organisation. Initially offered on a part-time (3 days per week) basis, the role will focus on strengthening HR foundations, ensuring compliance with UK employment law, and supporting managers to manage their teams effectively. As the business grows, there is potential for the role to expand to 4–5 days per week. By joining one of Britain’s fastest growing Medical Distribution companies, you will have the rare opportunity to join a market-leading organisation that truly invests in its staff, knowing their people to be key to their success. Please note this role is based on site in Banbury, with occasional travel required to the other sites.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead recruitment strategy through labour market analysis (salaries, benefits, qualifications) while strengthening internal mobility and succession planning.
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned to business objectives, fostering a high-performance, values-led culture and removing operational barriers to enable organisational effectiveness.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and career progression initiatives; conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and deliver development programmes to build organisational capability.
• Design and manage performance frameworks that drive accountability, close capability gaps, and support long-term talent growth.
• Promote a positive work environment through open communication, effective conflict resolution, and fair management of grievances and disciplinary processes.
• Design and oversee competitive, equitable compensation and benefits structures aligned with business strategy.
• Analyse turnover costs and prioritise talent investments to maximise return on investment and sustainable business value.
• Ensure adherence to UK employment legislation, working with external HR and legal advisors where appropriate.
• Utilise HR data and business metrics to inform decision-making, integrating human capital strategy with financial and operational priorities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to provide strategic workforce planning and HR guidance.

Previous Experience/Qualifications:

• Talent Acquisition & Market Analysis: Expertise in hiring practices, market trends (salary, benefits, qualifications), and understanding the internal labour market to promote from within.
• Cost Management: Analysing the cost of turnover, including recruitment, onboarding, and training.
• Strategic Partnership: Aligning HR practices with business requirements to create "flow" by removing barriers rather than creating friction.
• Development & Upskilling: Experience in Training Needs Analysis (TNA), career advancement, and internal talent progression.
• Future Readiness: Proficiency in technology, including the emerging use of AI.
• ROI Focus: Recognising that different talent pools provide different returns on investment and knowing where to focus strategic efforts.

Desirable:

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience supporting a growing or changing organisation.
• Previous exposure to reporting HR insights to senior leadership or boards.

Additional Information:

Please note this is a part-time, permanent role with core hours of 9 am – 5 pm, with occasional travel required to other sites.

Please contact Matt Hartwell on 07301283663 or email your CV to matt.hartwell@forcerecruitment.com for a confidential chat.