Human Resources Generalist
3 days ago
Peterborough
HR Generalist (12-Month Contract) Starting January | Full-Time | Focus on HR Systems If you’re the kind of HR professional who loves variety, thrives in a busy environment, and gets a quiet buzz from making systems run like clockwork — this could be your next really good move. We’re looking for a confident, people-centred HR Generalist who’s just as comfortable advising on employee relations as they are diving into HR system set-up, configuration, workflows, and process improvements. Someone who can steady the ship, spot what needs tightening, and keep things moving at pace across a busy manufacturing site. And if you enjoy coaching and mentoring someone earlier in their career — not because it’s on a job description, but because you genuinely like helping people grow — you’ll absolutely thrive here. The Role This is a true generalist position covering the full employee lifecycle, day-to-day HR operations, and system-related projects. You’ll be the calm, capable “go-to” for the site, trusted to get things done and keep things compliant, efficient, and human. You will: • Lead on HR system configuration, workflow improvements, reporting, and optimisation., • Manage the full range of generalist HR activities including onboarding, ER, policies, training coordination, and data accuracy., • Support and coach an HR Administrator, helping them build confidence, structure, and upward momentum., • Be a visible, approachable HR presence across the manufacturing site., • Provide clear, concise guidance to managers — especially when things feel busy or ambiguous., • Lead and support people-related projects (systems, process, engagement, development)., • Ensure compliance, documentation, and best practice are tight and consistent., • Help the team deliver a high-quality HR service that’s proactive, not reactive. What You’ll Need • Strong HR Generalist experience, ideally within a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial setting., • Proven experience with HR systems — set-up, configuration, troubleshooting, and improving ways of working., • Excellent communication skills — clear, confident, articulate, and able to bring people with you., • The ability to juggle day-to-day HR tasks with project work without dropping the ball., • A steady, solutions-focused mindset when things get busy., • A genuine interest in developing others — supporting an HR Administrator should feel rewarding, not draining., • Good working knowledge of UK employment law., • Strong organisational habits, attention to detail, and a love of well-structured processes. What You Might Not Like Just to keep it real… • Fully office based - the role is boots on the ground so no hybrid or remote working here!, • It’s fast-paced — people will be in and out of your door., • It’s hands-on — this isn’t a remote policy-writing role., • You’ll need to switch between operational tasks and project work quickly., • If you enjoy the buzz of a busy site and hate being bored, you’ll be absolutely fine. What’s in It for You • A meaty, engaging HR role where your impact is tangible., • The chance to shape and optimise HR systems that the whole business relies on., • A supportive team who value clarity, pace, and kindness., • A great opportunity to lead, influence, and grow someone earlier in their HR journey., • Variety — no two days will look the same. What to Do Next If you’re an HR Generalist who loves systems, variety, problem-solving, and helping people level up — send over your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat. Let’s see if this could be a great fit for your January start.