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Our client, a rapidly expanding robotics company in the defence and security, automotive, and aerospace sectors, is currently seeking an HR Manager. Key Responsibilities: Implementing HR policies and procedures in alignment with global guidelines from the HQ. Job Requirements: Experience in HR man

NATS is the UK's leading air navigation service provider, handling over 2 million flights each year. It provides air traffic control services from two control centres supporting airports all around the UK, as well as a wide range of commercial solutions to over 30 countries internationally. Our people are at the heart of our purpose to advance aviation and keep the skies safe. Job Purpose We are looking for a highly organised and detail-focused Senior HR Coordinator to manage a wide range of transactional HR activity across a complex and fast-paced environment. You will take responsibility for processing employee movements, calculating pay changes, meeting payroll deadlines, managing high volumes of HR queries, and ensuring the accuracy of all contractual, payroll and system updates. Working within our busy and friendly HR department, you will work in accordance with legislation, best practice, and NATS policies, procedures, and agreements. This role requires a quick learner who can confidently navigate complex HR policies and processes, apply rules consistently, and deliver excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities Query Management & Customer Support • Manage a large volume of employee and manager queries via the HR case management system, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality responses., • Assist managers with submitting HR transactions in the HR system (SuccessFactors) by offering clear process guidance, identifying and resolving technical issues, and ensuring changes are raised correctly to avoid delays or errors., • Provide clear, consistent guidance on NATS policies, procedures and employee terms, in line with NATS agreements and grade structures. HR Systems, Data Integrity & Documentation, • Process updates in the HR system (SuccessFactors) and generate contractual documentation with a high level of accuracy., • Maintain employee records in line with GDPR and data quality standards., • Calculate and maintain annual leave quotas and resolve complex leave calculations and queries. Payroll & Pay Processing, • Work to strict monthly payroll deadlines, ensuring all changes are processed accurately and on time., • Calculate pay changes, allowances, and adjustments in line with the employee handbook and NATS agreements., • Administer changes to terms and conditions of employment, ensuring precision and compliance. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement, • Conduct peer checks of team members' work to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency across the team., • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to projects and team meetings., • Develop specialist knowledge in key employee lifecycle areas (e.g., leave of absence, employee movements) and help to maintain associated guidance and documentation. Essential Skills and Experience, • Previous experience in a HR function with applied knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and transactional processes., • Demonstrated ability to manage high workload volumes, conflicting priorities, and tight deadlines., • Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex rules and agreements accurately., • Strong numerical skills and confidence in applying pay rules and calculations., • Excellent communication skills-approachable, professional, and able to deliver clear guidance., • Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint) and comfortable using HR/Payroll systems. Experience with SuccessFactors is beneficial but not essential., • Ability to maintain confidentiality, apply discretion, and work with empathy., • A strong team player with a proactive, solution-focused approach. If you share our passion to advance aviation and keep the skies safe - we would like to hear from you whatever your age, sex, race, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, visible or invisible disability. Individuals that bring different perspectives, skills, life experiences and backgrounds help us be at the forefront of our industry. Department: HR Support Location: Whiteley, GB, PO15 7FL #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; } Country/Region: GB Postal Code: PO15 7FL Job Code: 1059 Salary Range: £36,409.48 - £45,511.85 Date: 17 Nov 2025

SYOS is a fast-growing robotics and aerospace company, driving the development of cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles (drones) across air, land, and sea for dual-use applications. We are committed to pushing technological boundaries and delivering exceptional products that consistently exceed customer expectations. We are seeking a dynamic and up and coming Human Resources Manager to build and lead the HR function across our maritime UK Production facility and UK/EU located roles. In this role, you will also co-design, develop, and execute the local HR strategy in alignment with SYOS' business objectives and global HR framework. You will be a crucial partner to the relevant Leadership Team, responsible for ensuring an engaged, high-performing workforce that supports the efficient and compliant operation of our production facilities. You will be strategic and hands-on, and both a seasoned generalist and a proactive builder who thrives in a dynamic high-growth environment. Key Responsibilities • Design, lead, and execute the comprehensive local HR strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and global HR initiatives., • Act as a strategic advisor to the Leadership Team on people-related matters, organisational design, and workforce planning., • Establish the essential structures that ensure compliance, fairness, and scalability as the business grows, including policies, procedures, essential documentation and lead UK/EU HRIS implementation., • Oversee and direct complex employee relations., • Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation., • Lead resourcing to meet the technical and volume needs of the production environment., • Refine recruitment, onboarding, and retention programs., • Drive a high-performance, safety-focused culture., • Own the full performance management cycle and implement engagement strategies., • Lead the design and roll out of compensation reviews, talent review and succession planning processes., • Design targeted training and development programs to build organisational capability and address skill gaps., • Define, monitor, and analyse key HR metrics to provide actionable insights to senior management. What You'll Bring • 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3-5 years as an HR Manager or equivalent., • Proven HR leadership within a fast-paced manufacturing, production, or engineering environment involving high-volume recruitment (demonstrable knowledge or experience of EU employment law and country-specific HR practices is an advantage)., • Expert-level knowledge of UK employment law and best practice, especially in a production setting., • Strong strategic business acumen and the ability to translate needs into effective HR solutions., • Exceptional influencing, negotiation, and senior-level communication skills., • Proficiency with HRIS platforms and data analytics., • CIPD Level 7 is highly desirable. This position is based in our Fareham, UK facility and doesn't support hybrid or remote work at this stage. If you're a strategic yet hands-on HR Manager ready to grow our People function in a high-growth UK/EU environment, apply now! Work Eligibility: To be eligible for this role, you must be able to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This includes confirming your identity, legal right to work in the UK, recent employment history, and criminal record (unspent convictions only). Unfortunately, we’re unable to consider applicants who cannot meet these requirements and are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

HR Manager - Employee Relations & Reward.

This is very operational role, and you will be responsible for carrying out the day-to-day HR duties. This position reports into a supportive HR Manager and offered with hybrid working, with up to 2 days a week working from home.

The HR Business Partnering team: The Maritime & Land Defence solutions People function fosters a genuine partnership with the business, boasting a well-recognised high-level reputation for its capability within the function and the broader business community. Job Title: HR Manager - Employee Relati

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements available.Up to £67,200 depending on skills and experience.Demonstrates knowledge and provides support to area of the business Defence Solutions based on expertise in Employee Relations, Reward and Case Coaching.Provides operational advice on a range of peop