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Human Resources Manager
Full-time I Immediate start I Hull, UK
A leading role in driving the people agenda
We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to act as a trusted business partner, driving the people agenda across the organisation by providing expert guidance on employee relations, organisational development, training, learning and development, talent management and workforce planning, ensuring a high-performing and engaged workforce.
This position is based at our site in Hessle, East Yorkshire, which offers a great quality of life, excellent local amenities and countryside walks, plus easy access to Hull and major transport links via the Humber Bridge and M62.
Key responsibilities
- Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, the HR Manager will act as the primary HR lead within the business and will be responsible for providing a comprehensive HR service across all departments.
- This is a true generalist role requiring a proactive, hands-on approach. You will be involved in the full employee lifecycle whilst supporting managers and employees on a wide range of operational, employee relations, and strategic HR matters.
- The role will take ownership of all employee relations matters, ensuring consistent application of policies, effective risk management and compliance with employment legislation. The postholder will coach and support managers on all aspects of people management, building leadership capability and fostering a high-performing, engaged workplace culture. They will lead talent acquisition, workforce planning, training, learning and development, succession planning and employee development initiatives to attract, retain and develop employees.
- The HR Manager will oversee performance management and employee engagement activities, using people data and insights to inform decision-making and continuous improvement. In addition, the role will be responsible for developing and maintaining HR policies and procedures, supporting change programmes, and ensuring the delivery of an efficient, professional and customer-focused HR service across the business.
- The role is very much hands-on. As the HR Manager, you will take ownership of all HR aspects across the business. From recruitment, onboarding and employee engagement to handling complex employee relations cases, conducting investigations, developing policies, writing company communications and supporting organisational change, you will play a key role in making things happen.
- The role includes developing and maintaining the Company's learning and development strategy, which includes how best to identify training needs, enhancing organisational capability, and ensuring employees are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to achieve both individual and business objectives.
- Liaising with the Payroll Manager, you will support the implementation of the monthly payroll process, facilitating accurate and timely salary payments, statutory compliance, benefits administration and effective liaison with internal stakeholders.
What you’ll bring
- A “hands-on” mentality
- CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent HR qualification
- Significant generalist HR experience, including employee relations, recruitment, performance management and organisational change
- The ability to adapt and implement the Company's training, learning and development strategy
- Strong employee relations and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility at all levels
- Commercial awareness and the ability to align HR initiatives with business initiatives
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Experience of recruitment, talent management and succession planning
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Knowledge of employee engagement, performance management and organisational development principles
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Experience partnering with senior managers and business leaders
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Comprehensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
- Experience of developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
- Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities to support and develop managers
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems (ideally S/4HANA and "workday")
- Experience managing organisational change, restructures and business transformation activities
Our recruitment process
We move quickly and keep things straightforward. Your CV will be reviewed directly by the hiring manager. Successful applicants will be invited to an initial telephone interview, followed by a more in-depth discussion. We’ll make sure you leave each stage with a clear understanding of the role, the team, and Luxinar.
About Luxinar
Luxinar is a global leader in industrial laser technology, providing durable CO₂, short‑pulse, and ultrashort‑pulse laser sources trusted in production‑critical environments. With best‑in‑industry sealing technologies, long‑term beam stability, and proven reliability, our lasers deliver consistent performance with minimal drift and maximum uptime. We work side by side with OEMs, integrators, and system builders, offering deep application expertise and responsive support from evaluation to integration and beyond. Through a globally connected service and applications network, we stay close to our customers to ensure fast response, expert guidance, and long-term operational confidence. Our solutions enable cutting, marking, engraving, drilling, ablation, and microprocessing across industries including packaging, semiconductor, microelectronics, automotive, textiles, and more. At Luxinar, we build lasers that last — and enduring partnerships that drive your success.
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