HR Manager - Build and Lead a People-First Function

Location: Greater Manchester Contract: Full-time, Permanent Remuneration: 45,000 - 50,000 + Benefits

About the Role

Are you ready to make your mark as the first in-house HR Manager at a growing manufacturing business? This is a unique opportunity to shape the HR function from the ground up in a company with a long-standing reputation for quality and safety. You'll work closely with the leadership team to embed a positive, inclusive culture while supporting managers across the full employee lifecycle.

This hands-on, strategic role offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a tangible difference in a business that's embracing continuous improvement.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and implement HR policies and practices aligned with company values
• Champion employee wellbeing and foster a supportive workplace culture
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management
• Provide HR guidance and coaching to managers and supervisors
• Manage employee relations, ensuring fair and compliant processes
• Oversee HR admin and streamline operations through digital tools
• Ensure compliance with employment law and liaise with external HR consultants

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years' experience as a generalist HR professional, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or an SME
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Comfortable working independently and influencing at all levels
• Organised, pragmatic, and solutions-focused
• Excellent communicator with solid HR systems and IT skills

Nice to Have

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent
• Experience with change management or implementing new HR systems
• Familiarity with health & safety in a manufacturing context

What's on Offer

• The chance to shape a brand-new HR function and truly influence the culture
• A supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement
• A values-driven company with a clear growth vision
• Competitive salary and benefits

Ready to make a real impact in a standalone HR role? Apply today and help build a people-first workplace from the inside out.

Remuneration: 45,000 - 50,000 + Benefits

About Cast UK

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Business Change & Transformation, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit (url removed)