HR Consultant

Are you a people professional with a strong attention to detail, positive outlook and flexible approach? Can you adapt to environments well, build relationships, and communicate and influence at all levels? If so this could be the perfect opportunity for you! My client is a leading engineering company based in North Leeds area looking for a HR Advisor / HR Generalist with a strong background in Human Resources, and strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practices to join our team. Your Responsibilities include: The HR Advisor will support their team with a range of HR projects with a strong focus on recruitment process and delivery. The role is based at their Leeds office but may involve travel to their Regional Offices according to the business needs. The main duties of the role include: Full-cycle recruitment activity, from candidate attraction to pre-employment checks and onboarding. Onboarding, Induction & Integration of new starters. Ensure the leaver process is completed correctly, issuing documentation, conducting exit interviews and updating appropriate spreadsheets. Contribute and support the development and communication of all key company HR policies and procedures. Support with general HR Administration. Ensure HR compliance in line with GDPR. Provide health and wellbeing support, guidance and initiatives to management, sign posting employees to the EAP, and manage the sickness, holiday and absence systems. Provide advice, guidance and support to line management and staff on performance management issues and ensure appropriate records are maintained. Support HR Manager to build and nurture strong working relationships with all and act as a trusted adviser, contributing to the delivery of HR plans and projects. Person Specification 3+ years proven experience in a HR Advisor role - Essential Experience in: Construction/Engineering/Manufacturing sector; Commercial/SME; Supporting multi-site, blue collar workforce - Desirable Previous Experience of payroll administration - Essential CIPD Level 5 or equivalent professional qualification - Essential Educated to A-Level or above - Essential Good working knowledge of UK employment law and best practice - Essential Mental health first aid - Desirable Excellent IT skills, especially MS Office - Essential Salary and Benefits: Competitive salary Pay A collaborative and friendly working culture, focussed on investing in people Up to 25 days holiday + Statutory Bank Holidays Ad hoc Hybrid working, depending on business needs Company Sick Pay Annual professional subscription costs Excellent training & development opportunities, provided by our award nominated in house Training team Paid Volunteering days and Charity events Annual Flu Jabs Employee Assistance Programmes for advice and counselling Access to a committed Mental Health First Aider team Company Pension and Death in Service scheme of 2x annual salary A generous Employee Referral scheme of £1000 per successful hire

Recruitment Team Lead Overview We are supporting an urgent requirement for a Recruitment Team Lead to join a busy, on-site function based at Hinkley Point. This role is critical to ensuring continuity, stability, and delivery across a high-volume recruitment operation within a fast-paced environment. Location & Hours Based on-site at Hinkley Point 39 hours per week Monday–Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30pm Fridays: Alternating half-day or day off Salary & Package Base Salary: £38,000 Bonus: 8.65% guaranteed monthly bonus (total package approx. £41,000) Additional: Travel allowance dependent on distance The Role This is a hands-on leadership role within a high-volume, operational recruitment environment. Key responsibilities include: Leading and overseeing end-to-end recruitment activity Managing hiring for high-volume, site-based operative roles Acting as an escalation point for recruitment challenges Building strong relationships with site leadership and key stakeholders Ensuring accurate administration, compliance, and reporting Managing and supporting a small team of internal recruiters Team Structure Team of 3 recruiters (currently operating at 2.5 due to secondment) Full leadership responsibility for the recruitment function Opportunity to bring structure and consistency to a transitioning team Candidate Profile Essential Strong in-house recruitment experience Experience within high-volume hiring environments Background in blue-collar sectors (e.g. construction, manufacturing, engineering, or similar) Proven ability to lead, manage, or mentor others Highly organised with strong attention to detail, process, and reporting Desirable Experience in fast-paced, site-based or operational environments Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Context for the Role Based within the Hinkley Point site, supporting a high-demand recruitment function Focus on ensuring continuity, stability, and delivery across the team Opportunity to step into a leadership position with immediate impact Why Join Immediate ownership of a critical recruitment function Opportunity to lead within a large-scale operational environment Competitive and stable package with guaranteed bonus Supportive onboarding and transition period

Senior HR Assistant Type: Temporary – 6-month maternity cover (with potential to extend) Pay: £15.35 per hour Full time Monday to Friday Location: Remote working Security: Enhanced DBS required Induction: Fully remote About the Role We are recruiting a Senior HR Assistant to provide maternity cover within a busy HR Resourcing and Transactions team. Working in a regulated environment, this role is ideal for an experienced HR administrator who is confident managing onboarding activity, HR systems and stakeholder relationships while working with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities End-to-end onboarding, including reference checks, Enhanced DBS, right to work verification and contract issuing Providing comprehensive HR administration support across resourcing and transactional activities Accurately updating and maintaining records across multiple HR platforms and systems Managing confidential and sensitive information in line with GDPR and organisational policies Delivering excellent customer service to candidates, hiring managers and internal stakeholders Supporting wider HR workloads during peak periods Acting as an ambassador for HR, consistently demonstrating organisational values and behaviours About You You will be organised, detail-oriented and proactive, with experience working in a fast-paced and regulated HR environment. Essential experience and skills: HR administration or recruitment experience within a busy, regulated environment Strong hands-on experience with onboarding and pre-employment checks Knowledge of general office procedures, ideally within an HR function Ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver work to high-quality standards within deadlines Confident user of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Experience working with a range of HR systems and platforms Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging at management level Ability to analyse, interpret, explain and summarise complex information and data Personal qualities: Calm, confident and professional under pressure Proactive, self-motivated and solution-focused Highly developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative team approach Strong understanding of confidentiality and data protection Takes ownership of performance and contribution Able to build credibility and effective working relationships quickly

Senior HR Advisor opportunity available on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract basis working for a leading professional services organisation based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The role can be based in their Leeds office, with some travel to the other UK offices, as required. The role is varied and in supporting the achievement of the organisation’s growth and development plans you will get involved in a number of ad hoc projects across the HR team, supporting colleagues in other locations or teams as needed. You will be aligned to a number of their core business services teams (based in the UK) where you will use your business partnering abilities to foster strong working relationships with the teams you work with. You will play a key role in supporting them day to day with operational HR tasks and work together to drive forward their strategic priorities. Employee Relations • Working with line/HR Managers in handling absence cases, including providing appropriate support and timely submission of any occupational health referral or income protection forms as applicable. • Providing assistance and advice with regard to the day-to-day application of HR policies and procedures. • Providing day to day benefits information and advice as required. • Working with line/HR Managers in handling any employee relation issues that arise, such as disciplinary or grievances, providing appropriate and timely support and maintaining appropriate records. • Dealing with all maternity or shared parental leavers, returners and others to include handling working flexibly applications in conjunction with the line/HR Manager. Resourcing • Working alongside the Resourcing team, providing support to the HR Managers in the provision of timely and cost effective and efficient resource management across teams. • Liaising with recruiting line/HR managers to establish a business case and authorisation of vacancies before commencing with appropriate sourcing and attraction methodologies. • Appropriate liaison with HR Shared Services regarding staff changes and provision of management information. • Supporting the recruitment and ongoing development of Apprentices/Graduates, including liaising with the Early Careers team and any relevant training provider as required. • Supporting all new joiners from point of offer to date of commencement, as well as assisting with inductions/integration plans. • Supporting leavers from point of resignation to leaving date. Performance Management • Assisting in the provision of rigorous performance management support as required. • Supporting the annual and interim performance review processes to ensure all performance reviews take place and are documented appropriately. • Supporting the annual salary review process for all teams. Other • Produce MI and monthly reports to identify trends within BS teams. • Supporting on the delivery of the firm wide engagement and/or inclusion survey and liaising with managers to identify appropriate actions to address survey feedback. About You Proven generalist HR experience at Advisor/Senior Advisor level Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills Confident managing ER cases independently CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable) Experience in professional services or a fast-paced environment (advantageous) This role offers a competitive salary plus excellent Benefits.

HR Director South Wales | £100,000 Reed HR are supporting a family‑run, values‑led organisation seeking to appoint an HR Director at a pivotal point in its growth. This is a rare opportunity for a senior HR leader to shape and build the HR strategy and operating model from the ground up, partnering closely with the board to support sustainable growth while retaining a strong, people‑centred culture. The opportunity: As a key member of the leadership team, the HR Director will have full ownership of the people agenda, spanning strategy, operations, culture and systems. The role offers genuine autonomy and influence, with a mandate to professionalise and scale HR capability whilst remaining true to the organisation’s family‑business ethos. This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring both strategic acumen and operational credibility. Scope of role: Define and deliver an organisation‑wide HR and organisational development strategy Act as a trusted advisor to the board and senior leadership team Build and lead a high‑performing HR function covering the full employee lifecycle Lead HR systems strategy, driving efficiency, automation and improved insight Embed values, culture and engagement as the organisation grows Ensure robust employment law compliance and best practice governance Support and lead change across a geographically dispersed workforce Candidate profile: We are interested in speaking with accomplished HR leaders who can demonstrate: Senior HR leadership experience at Director or equivalent level Proven success shaping HR strategy in a growing or transforming organisation Ability to operate comfortably at both board and operational level Strong commercial insight alongside a clear people‑first philosophy Experience in health, social care or similarly regulated environments (desirable) MCIPD qualification or equivalent experience Why this role? Opportunity to create legacy, not inherit structure Significant influence at board level Join a business committed to investing in its people as it grows Balance of purpose, autonomy and challenge rarely found in HR leadership roles This appointment will suit a values‑driven HR Director seeking a role where they can truly shape the future of the organisation.

Senior HR Advisor (12 Month FTC) Location: Leeds or Manchester Salary: Competitive Contract: Full Time, Fixed Term Overview We’re supporting a leading international professional services organisation in their search for a Senior HR Advisor to join their high-performing HR team on a 12-month FTC. Operating across multiple UK offices, the HR function covers Business Partnering, L&D, Reward, Resourcing and HR Operations. This role sits within the HR Business Partnering team, offering a varied mix of operational and strategic HR activity within a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The Role Based in Leeds or Manchester (with occasional UK travel), you will partner with key business areas, building strong relationships and supporting managers across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll also contribute to HR projects and initiatives aligned to business growth and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations Advise managers on ER matters including absence, disciplinaries and grievances Provide guidance on policies, procedures and best practice Manage family leave and flexible working requests Liaise with occupational health and maintain accurate case records Resourcing & Talent Support workforce planning and recruitment activity Partner with managers on hiring approvals and attraction strategies Assist with early careers programmes Manage onboarding and exit processes, including MI analysis Performance & Reward Support performance review cycles and documentation Assist with salary review processes Provide guidance on performance management Projects & Reporting Produce HR MI and identify trends Support engagement and inclusion initiatives Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement activity About You Proven generalist HR experience at Advisor/Senior Advisor level Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills Confident managing ER cases independently CIPD qualified or working towards (desirable) Experience in professional services or a fast-paced environment (advantageous) Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Strong IT skills, including Excel Why Apply? Join a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation Broad, varied role with strategic exposure Opportunity to contribute to impactful HR initiatives Flexible, agile working environment

Fantastic Interim Trainer opportunity available working for a leading organisation based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This role is working remotely from home predominantly and is available to start on the 30th June until the end of November time on a part time basis. Key Responsibilities • Training Design & Delivery: Create, update, and deliver engaging training sessions, workshops, and materials virtually. (more delivery than design) • Program Management: Coordinate, schedule, and maintain records of training sessions using LMS or other tracking systems. • Content Adaptation: Tailor training materials to different learning styles and audiences. Required Qualifications & Skills • Experience: previous roles in training or Coaching • Skills: Exceptional verbal/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. • Technology: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and e-learning software • Certifications: Professional certification would be beneficial but not necessary. Core Competencies • Strong understanding of adult learning principles (andragogy). • Ability to work independently and manage multiple, changing priorities. • Creative approach to developing engaging, interactive learning content. • High level of patience and adaptability. You will need to be available for two training days at their Leeds head office on Tuesday 30th June and Wednesday 1st July and then you will be required on a temporary ad hoc basis working remotely from home predominantly from June until November time. The daily pay rate is £153 per day. If you are available and interested then please apply online today!

Fantastic Interim Trainer opportunity available working for a leading organisation based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This role is working remotely from home predominantly and is available to start on the 30th June until the end of November time on a part time basis. Key Responsibilities • Training Design & Delivery: Create, update, and deliver engaging training sessions, workshops, and materials virtually. (more delivery than design) • Program Management: Coordinate, schedule, and maintain records of training sessions using LMS or other tracking systems. • Content Adaptation: Tailor training materials to different learning styles and audiences. Required Qualifications & Skills • Experience: previous roles in training or Coaching • Skills: Exceptional verbal/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. • Technology: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and e-learning software • Certifications: Professional certification would be beneficial but not necessary. Core Competencies • Strong understanding of adult learning principles (andragogy). • Ability to work independently and manage multiple, changing priorities. • Creative approach to developing engaging, interactive learning content. • High level of patience and adaptability. You will need to be available for two training days at their Leeds head office on Tuesday 30th June and Wednesday 1st July and then you will be required on a temporary ad hoc basis working remotely from home predominantly from June until November time. The daily pay rate is £153 per day. If you are available and interested then please apply online today!

Fantastic Interim Trainer opportunity available working for a leading organisation based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This role is working remotely from home predominantly and is available to start on the 30th June until the end of November time on a part time basis. Key Responsibilities • Training Design & Delivery: Create, update, and deliver engaging training sessions, workshops, and materials virtually. (more delivery than design) • Program Management: Coordinate, schedule, and maintain records of training sessions using LMS or other tracking systems. • Content Adaptation: Tailor training materials to different learning styles and audiences. Required Qualifications & Skills • Experience: previous roles in training or Coaching • Skills: Exceptional verbal/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. • Technology: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and e-learning software • Certifications: Professional certification would be beneficial but not necessary. Core Competencies • Strong understanding of adult learning principles (andragogy). • Ability to work independently and manage multiple, changing priorities. • Creative approach to developing engaging, interactive learning content. • High level of patience and adaptability. You will need to be available for two training days at their Leeds head office on Tuesday 30th June and Wednesday 1st July and then you will be required on a temporary ad hoc basis working remotely from home predominantly from June until November time. The daily pay rate is £153 per day. If you are available and interested then please apply online today!

Join our collaborative and evolving HR team as an HR Business Partner, reporting directly to an experienced HR Director. This is a pivotal opportunity for a seasoned HR Advisor ready to transition into a more strategic, leadership-focused role during an exciting period of organisational transformation. This business-critical position will allow you to shape the future HR function while supporting operational delivery across the organisation. Day-to-day of the role: Provide expert HR advice and guidance across the organisation, supporting managers at all levels. Lead on a full range of employee relations cases, including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, and performance management. Partner closely with service managers and senior stakeholders to support people strategies. Support and deliver organisational change initiatives, including restructures and potential TUPE activity. Assist in developing and updating HR policies and procedures in line with UK employment legislation. Play a key role in the implementation and embedding of a new HRIS system. Manage the Occupational Health provider relationship. Line manage and develop a Recruitment Coordinator, supporting their progression and capability building. Drive employee engagement initiatives and deliver training on employment law and HR best practice. Contribute to both strategic HR planning and operational delivery, ensuring alignment with organisational values. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience at HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor level. Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and employee relations. Experience advising, influencing, and coaching line managers. Ability to manage a busy and varied workload, prioritising effectively. Strong interpersonal skills with an approachable, collaborative style. Comfortable working on-site and engaging with stakeholders face-to-face. Desirable: Experience within a regulated or unionised environment, exposure to restructures and TUPE processes, previous line management experience, CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent), experience supporting system implementation projects (HRIS). Benefits: Competitive salary with scope for progression. Flexible / hybrid working arrangements. Supportive, people-focused culture. Opportunity for career development into a full HR Business Partner remit. Additional benefits to be discussed at interview stage. Why Apply? Step into a true HR Business Partner-level role with exposure to strategic initiatives. Play a key part during a period of transformation and restructure. Opportunity to influence, shape, and grow within the organisation. Work alongside an experienced HR Director who will support your development. To apply for this HR Business Partner position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.