Ashley Kate HR & Finance are delighted to be exclusively supporting our client in the search for a HR Manager, based fully onsite in Telford.

This is a permanent, full‑time role joining a privately owned manufacturing business within the metal industry. With a headcount of approximately 75 employees, you will be part of the Senior Management Team and work closely with Operations, supporting a diverse workforce and playing a crucial role during a period of organisational change.

Onsite

Permanent, Full Time

Salary £47,500 per annum

This is a unique blend of operational and strategic HR, ideal for someone who enjoys being visible, hands‑on, and influential at senior level.

You will:

• Sit as a full member of the Senior Management Team
• Shape and drive the ongoing HR strategy
• Lead policy and procedural development
• Manage key compliance work, including significant legislative changes coming this year
• Work extremely closely with Operations on labour planning, shift patterns, and daily staffing requirements
• Handle employee relations at all levels from shop floor conversations to management support
• Oversee all Right to Work checks, onboarding, and accurate employment contracts
• Manage and input payroll before sign‑off
• Support recruitment for day to day roles and explore direct sourcing approaches to improve turnover
• Provide holiday cover planning, attend operational meetings, and stay connected with workforce realities
• Ensure Breathe HR is accurately maintained and fully utilised
• Lead on audit readiness, compliance, and documentation
• Help build HR maturity as the business heads toward potential sale or management buyout
• Champion good practice within a highly multicultural workforce

To apply for this role please send your CV or call 0121 321 1000