HR Manager

Huntress is recruiting an experienced HR Manager to join a busy, professional team in Witham, Essex on a temporary basis (approx. 3–6 months). This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on complex HR matters, make an immediate impact, and work fully office-based with free on-site parking.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead on complex employee relations cases including absence, performance, disciplinaries, grievances and capability
- Provide confident, pragmatic HR advice to managers, ensuring policies and employment law are applied consistently
- Support change and organisational updates, including consultation and documentation
- Oversee HR administration and reporting, ensuring accurate records, letters and processes
- Contribute to improving HR processes and employee experience during the assignment

What You’ll Need
- Proven experience as an HR Manager or senior HR generalist, with strong ER casework expertise
- Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and best practice HR procedures
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to influence at all levels
- CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) and strong attention to detail

Why Apply
Enjoy flexible consideration for full-time or part-time hours within Monday–Friday core office hours, plus a competitive £50,000–£55,000 pro rata package and a supportive Essex-based workplace.