via Reed · 22 September 2026 ·4 days ago

HR Manager

Casanovas Recruitment Solutions
Sudbury Full-time GBP 35,000 – 38,000
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HR Manager

Lead People. Drive Performance. Shape the Future.

Are you a passionate and experienced people leader who thrives on creating high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and building outstanding workplace cultures?

We are looking for an ambitious Head of People & Operations to join a growing organisation and play a key role in driving business success. This is a senior leadership position offering the opportunity to influence strategy, lead operational performance, and create a positive, values-driven culture where people can thrive.

What You'll Be Doing

People Leadership & Culture

  • Lead all aspects of the employee journey, including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, performance management, and retention.

  • Build and nurture a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

  • Champion company values and ensure they are embedded across the business.

  • Manage employee relations matters professionally and fairly.

  • Drive initiatives that enhance employee wellbeing, engagement, and collaboration.

Business & Operational Leadership
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring efficiency and consistency across all functions.

  • Translate business priorities into actionable plans and deliver measurable results.

  • Identify opportunities for improvement and implement processes that support sustainable growth.

  • Drive accountability, performance, and continuous improvement across teams.

Performance & Commercial Focus
  • Establish and lead a structured performance management framework.

  • Chair and facilitate regular meetings to review business performance and progress.

  • Monitor KPIs and ensure teams remain focused on delivering results.

  • Support commercial objectives by aligning people and operational strategies with business growth plans.

Learning & Development
  • Design and implement training and development programmes.

  • Develop clear career pathways and progression opportunities.

  • Support succession planning and future leadership development.

  • Identify skills gaps and create solutions that enhance business performance.

Growth & Change Management
  • Support business expansion through effective operational planning.

  • Lead change initiatives and ensure teams remain engaged throughout periods of growth and transformation.

  • Foster a culture that embraces innovation and continuous improvement.

Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Lead and maintain health and safety compliance across the organisation.

  • Ensure policies, procedures, and risk management processes are up to date.

  • Promote a proactive safety-first culture and employee wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)

Proven experience in a senior People, HR, Operations, or Business Leadership role

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams

Experience driving operational performance and business improvements

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Commercial awareness and a results-focused mindset

Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice

A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to influence at all levels

Why This Role?

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of both the people and operational functions within a growing business. You'll have the chance to make a genuine impact, shape culture, improve performance, and help deliver ambitious growth plans.

Ready to take the lead and make a difference?

Apply today and become the driving force behind people, performance, and business success.

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