HRBP
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 09 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £55-65k + Car allowance + Bonus |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Poole, NG2 1LW |
| Cwmni: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 1558 |
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Job Advert
HR BUSINESS PARTNER – MANUFACTURING
Location: Poole (site-based with some flexibility depending on site needs)
Salary: £55k-65k DOE
Responsible for: Site HR Team
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THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Manufacturing HR team and act as a trusted advisor to site
senior leadership teams.
This is a highly visible, operational HR role where you will shape and deliver a robust site people plan that balances
performance, engagement, compliance, and culture. You will lead a site-based HR team while partnering closely with Operations,
Technical and Supply Chain leaders to drive sustainable people outcomes in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
You will also play an active role in supporting the delivery of the wider HR Transformation agenda, helping to modernise HR ways
of working across Manufacturing.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
SITE HR STRATEGY
* Partner with site senior leadership teams to understand business challenges and diagnose people issues, developing practical
and effective solutions
* Develop and deliver a robust site people plan aligned to the wider HR and Manufacturing strategies
* Support the deployment of group HR initiatives, ensuring local alignment and engagement
* Enable modern, efficient HR ways of working in line with the HR Transformation plan
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT & INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
* Establish and maintain effective employee forums and trade union relationships where applicable
* Lead employee engagement initiatives, including annual engagement surveys and site improvement plans
* Drive visible HR presence through factory walkarounds, welfare interviews, and engagement across shifts
* Ensure effective communication channels are in place for all colleagues, including those without email access
* Lead senior-level employee relations cases and ensure effective use of Speak Up and grievance processes
* Own site community, charity and volunteering initiatives
TALENT ATTRACTION, RETENTION & DEVELOPMENT
* Oversee site recruitment activity, ensuring a positive candidate experience and strong employer brand
* Develop and deliver site retention strategies using data and insight
* Lead succession planning and 9-box talent management for WL2 and above
* Develop site pay strategies aligned to group frameworks and market data
* Partner effectively with agency and flexible labour providers to meet demand while controlling costs
PERFORMANCE & CAPABILITY
* Ensure effective deployment of the PDR process aligned to site goals and the Compleat Behavioural Framework
* Support the implementation of Performance Improvement Plans where required
* Build management capability across the employee lifecycle, coaching leaders rather than taking ownership away from them
* Lead the delivery of group leadership programmes and HR modules at site level
HR COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE
* Oversee complex ER matters, including ACAS claims and tribunal cases (with central support as required)
* Own site SEDEX / SMETA compliance and bi-annual SAQ completion
* Ensure robust right-to-work and modern slavery due diligence is in place
* Maintain HR standards aligned to BRC, customer and TCFG Manufacturing standards
* Manage site HR budgets and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
HEALTH, SAFETY, FOOD SAFETY & QUALITY
* Ensure all new starters and agency workers receive appropriate SHE and food safety inductions
* Support working time directive compliance
* Partner with the Head of Technical to develop and embed a strong food safety, quality and integrity culture
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ABOUT YOU
Essential:
* CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience as a Site HR Manager / HR Business Partner)
* Minimum 2 years’ experience leading an HR function within a fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and complex employee relations case management
* Experience supporting audits and ideally leading site SEDEX / SMETA compliance
* Confident, credible communicator able to influence senior stakeholders
* Comfortable being highly visible and hands-on in a factory environment
Desirable:
* Experience working in unionised environments
* Exposure to HR transformation or change programmes
* Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations
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WHY JOIN US?
You’ll be joining a business that puts people at the heart of performance. This role offers:
* High visibility and genuine influence at site leadership level
* The opportunity to shape culture and engagement in a complex manufacturing environment
* Exposure to group-wide HR transformation initiatives
* A supportive HR community and strong central expertise
HR BUSINESS PARTNER – MANUFACTURING
Location: Poole (site-based with some flexibility depending on site needs)
Salary: £55k-65k DOE
Responsible for: Site HR Team
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Manufacturing HR team and act as a trusted advisor to site
senior leadership teams.
This is a highly visible, operational HR role where you will shape and deliver a robust site people plan that balances
performance, engagement, compliance, and culture. You will lead a site-based HR team while partnering closely with Operations,
Technical and Supply Chain leaders to drive sustainable people outcomes in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
You will also play an active role in supporting the delivery of the wider HR Transformation agenda, helping to modernise HR ways
of working across Manufacturing.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
SITE HR STRATEGY
* Partner with site senior leadership teams to understand business challenges and diagnose people issues, developing practical
and effective solutions
* Develop and deliver a robust site people plan aligned to the wider HR and Manufacturing strategies
* Support the deployment of group HR initiatives, ensuring local alignment and engagement
* Enable modern, efficient HR ways of working in line with the HR Transformation plan
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT & INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
* Establish and maintain effective employee forums and trade union relationships where applicable
* Lead employee engagement initiatives, including annual engagement surveys and site improvement plans
* Drive visible HR presence through factory walkarounds, welfare interviews, and engagement across shifts
* Ensure effective communication channels are in place for all colleagues, including those without email access
* Lead senior-level employee relations cases and ensure effective use of Speak Up and grievance processes
* Own site community, charity and volunteering initiatives
TALENT ATTRACTION, RETENTION & DEVELOPMENT
* Oversee site recruitment activity, ensuring a positive candidate experience and strong employer brand
* Develop and deliver site retention strategies using data and insight
* Lead succession planning and 9-box talent management for WL2 and above
* Develop site pay strategies aligned to group frameworks and market data
* Partner effectively with agency and flexible labour providers to meet demand while controlling costs
PERFORMANCE & CAPABILITY
* Ensure effective deployment of the PDR process aligned to site goals and the Compleat Behavioural Framework
* Support the implementation of Performance Improvement Plans where required
* Build management capability across the employee lifecycle, coaching leaders rather than taking ownership away from them
* Lead the delivery of group leadership programmes and HR modules at site level
HR COMPLIANCE & GOVERNANCE
* Oversee complex ER matters, including ACAS claims and tribunal cases (with central support as required)
* Own site SEDEX / SMETA compliance and bi-annual SAQ completion
* Ensure robust right-to-work and modern slavery due diligence is in place
* Maintain HR standards aligned to BRC, customer and TCFG Manufacturing standards
* Manage site HR budgets and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
HEALTH, SAFETY, FOOD SAFETY & QUALITY
* Ensure all new starters and agency workers receive appropriate SHE and food safety inductions
* Support working time directive compliance
* Partner with the Head of Technical to develop and embed a strong food safety, quality and integrity culture
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ABOUT YOU
Essential:
* CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent experience as a Site HR Manager / HR Business Partner)
* Minimum 2 years’ experience leading an HR function within a fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and complex employee relations case management
* Experience supporting audits and ideally leading site SEDEX / SMETA compliance
* Confident, credible communicator able to influence senior stakeholders
* Comfortable being highly visible and hands-on in a factory environment
Desirable:
* Experience working in unionised environments
* Exposure to HR transformation or change programmes
* Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
WHY JOIN US?
You’ll be joining a business that puts people at the heart of performance. This role offers:
* High visibility and genuine influence at site leadership level
* The opportunity to shape culture and engagement in a complex manufacturing environment
* Exposure to group-wide HR transformation initiatives
* A supportive HR community and strong central expertise