HR Manager

We are partnering with a highly respected global engineering organisation to recruit an HR Manager supporting their corporate functions. This is a high-impact, visible role working closely with senior leadership, where you’ll operate as a true HR generalist while driving strategic people initiatives. You will act as a trusted advisor and leader across the business, delivering both operational HR excellence and forward-thinking initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing day-to-day HR with meaningful project work, particularly around employee engagement, ESG/CSR, and wellbeing. Corporate HR Manager Permanent Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm Up to £70,000 + 15% bonus + excellent benefits Hemel Hempstead Corporate HR Manager Key Responsibilities Partner with senior leadership to drive people strategy across corporate functions Deliver full generalist HR support including ER, performance, and talent management Lead engagement, wellbeing, ESG and diversity initiatives Drive organisational change, projects, and continuous improvement activity Act as a coach and advisor to leaders, developing capability across teams Oversee recruitment processes and ensure alignment with market and internal frameworks Lead performance management, salary review, and talent development processes Run and coordinate monthly UK HR meetings Collaborate with international HR teams on global initiatives Support HR for HR functions and corporate teams  Corporate HR Manager Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications Proven HR experience (ideally 5+ years) Strong stakeholder management skills, comfortable influencing senior leaders Engaging, visible, and proactive in approach Passionate about employee experience, ESG, and wellbeing Experience supporting corporate or professional services functions CIPD qualified (or working towards) preferred but not essential Corporate HR Manager Company Benefits 15% bonus Private Health Cover Pension: 6% employee / 9% employer Hybrid working (1 day from home) Opportunity to step into a leadership-facing, strategic HR role  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation with a strong people-first culture and real investment in HR as a strategic function