Interim Senior HR Manager

Interim Senior HR Manager
Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Senior HR Manager to join the business on an initial 6-month fixed-term basis during a period of transition and change. Reporting directly into the HR Director, this role will provide operational and hands-on HR leadership across a global workforce of approximately 600 employees. This is a broad generalist role suited to a confident and adaptable HR professional who enjoys working in fast-paced environments and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to support day-to-day HR operations whilst helping drive improvement initiatives across the function. The successful individual will work closely with the wider business and support a small People team, including managing a People Services Coordinator based in Argentina. The role will suit someone who combines strong operational HR capability with a collaborative and personable approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior operational HR support during a period of business transition
• Support and advise managers on employee relations matters including restructures, grievances and general people queries
• Lead and support L&D initiatives across the business, including coaching, management development, performance management and capability management
• Oversee payroll and benefits administration and ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations
• Support the HR Director with HR reporting, systems and board-level data
• Help embed best practice and support the implementation of new Employment Rights legislation
• Partner with stakeholders across the UK, US, Germany and Brazil
• Support a fast-moving HR function where priorities can shift quickly

About You
Experienced Senior HR Manager or operational HR lead with strong generalist expertise
Comfortable working in a hands-on, non-strategic environment
Strong ER knowledge with the ability to confidently advise managers
Previous experience managing payroll and benefits processes
Experience supporting L&D, coaching and performance management initiatives
Strong HR systems and reporting capability
Ideally experienced working within international or multi-region businesses
Commercially aware, adaptable and confident, with a collaborative and approachable style

Additional Information
Immediate start available
Initial 6-month FTC with potential extension
Based in Keele with hybrid working (3 days on-site)
Salary circa £55,000–£60,000 depending on experience

The business operates within a demanding and fast-paced environment, so personality and approach are key. They are looking for someone confident and capable who can quickly build credibility whilst working collaboratively with the wider team.