HR & People Development Manager

HR & People Development Manager (FTC)

Due to maternity absence coupled with positive planned growth for 2025 our client, a highly successful and well-respected multi-site logistics organisation, wish to recruit a HR & People Development Manager to join their team on a 10-12 month fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Manager, Business Partner or Senior HR Generalist looking for a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the HR Director, the HR & People Development Manager, will be responsible for overseeing the efficient delivery of HR services across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to offboarding, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

The role will also drive people and organisational development for the Group; performance management, engagement and talent management.

This role offers a hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home), full-time hours (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday), and a competitive salary & benefits package.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job:

Contract Role - 10-12 month fixed-term contract

Belfast Based - Hybrid working available (3 days office, 2 WFH)

Impactful Role - Hands-on HR leadership in a dynamic, multi-site environment

The Role:

• Provide professional advice and support to managers and senior leaders on all aspects of the implementation of HR policy and good practices
• Support the business in handling employee relations issues, grievances, disciplinary, capability and performance management
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements
• Provide advice and guidance on complex ER issues
• Project management of recruitment campaigns
• Oversee the effective use of maintenance of HR systems and reporting on key metrics for board meetings
• Oversee the wellbeing of employees, including absence management, return to work interviews, organising employee health initiatives and carrying out risk assessments, where relevant
• Shape and support the implementation of Talent Development activities
• Lead employee engagement initiatives
• Contribute to HR strategy
• Contribute and lead on HR projects

The Person:

• 3rd level HR related qualification
• Successful track record in a fast paced HR environment, at a minimum of HR Business Partner/Officer level
• 3-5+ years of relevant HR experience in a generalist or HR Manager role
• Sound working knowledge of NI/UK employment legislation and HR best practice, inclusive of upcoming and expected changes
• Proven experience in a fast-paced, multi-site environment
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Experience of managing HR projects, including revising existing or drafting new policies and procedures
• Proactive, solution-focused, and able to drive HR initiatives

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary & excellent benefits package
• Hybrid working model (3 days office, 2 days remote)
• Opportunity to make an impact in a well-respected, growing organisation
• Full-time role - 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Greater Belfast location with modern offices
• Free car parking
• Group Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Professional development opportunities

For further information and to apply for this HR & People Development Manager role, please contact Stephanie Mulholland at Hunter Savage. Alternatively, send a private message on LinkedIn to discuss the opportunity confidentially.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response.