At a Glance
- Tasks: Support HR operations, recruitment, and employee relations in a global manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a well-established global manufacturer with over 60 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy on-site parking and the opportunity for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a multinational HR role while promoting a positive workplace culture.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field; CIPD qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Our Client, a well-established global manufacturer, is looking for a HR Generalist to join their business in Tamworth, UK on a 12-month agency contract basis. The company has over 60 years' experience providing precision-engineered products in industrial applications with its internationally recognised brands sold in over 90 countries across the world. The European division of the company is headquartered in Ireland, with additional operations in Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland, the UK, and the USA.
The HR Generalist (UK) provides operational HR support across the business unit primarily within a multinational structure. The role ensures local HR practices comply with local employment legislation while supporting alignment with global policies, systems, and people strategies. The position partners with regional HR teams and local leadership to deliver consistent, people-focused HR solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Employee Lifecycle Management
- Support recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes in coordination with global HR teams
- Administer employment contracts, probation reviews, and employee documentation in line with Irish employment law
- Manage exit processes and conduct exit interviews
- Employee Relations & Case Management
- Act as a first point of contact for employee relations queries
- Advise managers on disciplinary, grievance, performance, and absence management matters
- Support investigations and hearings as required
- Compliance & Policy
- Ensure HR policies comply with local employment legislation
- Maintain employee data in compliance with EU GDPR and corporate data governance standards
- Support internal compliance reviews and audits
- Compensation, Payroll & Benefits
- Support payroll administration, statutory leave, and benefits coordination
- Assist with benefits administration, including pension schemes and statutory leave entitlements
- Performance, Learning & Engagement
- Support performance review cycles and career development initiatives
- Assist with learning, training, and employee engagement programmes aligned with global HR priorities
- Promote a positive, inclusive workplace culture
- Reporting & Stakeholder Collaboration
- Prepare HR metrics and management reports for local and regional stakeholders
- Work collaboratively with regional and global HR teams to ensure consistency of HR practices
- Ability to operate within a matrix, multi-country HR structure
- Strong communication, advisory, and organisational skills
- Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice
- Experience supporting employee relations in a corporate or multinational environment
- Experience working with HRIS platforms
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
- CIPD qualification or equivalent (preferred)
- Continuous professional development in employment law (preferred but not essential)
Benefits: On-site parking
Human Resources Generalist employer: HireWise
As a leading global manufacturer with over 60 years of experience, our client offers an exceptional work environment in Tamworth, UK, where HR Generalists can thrive. Employees benefit from a supportive and inclusive culture that prioritises professional growth, compliance with local employment legislation, and alignment with global HR strategies. With opportunities for continuous development and collaboration across multinational teams, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a dynamic industry.
