Senior Human Resources Manager

• Build the HR function for a high-growth PE-backed platform
• Strategic influence with hands-on operational ownership

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing, multi-entity industrial and field-services organization backed by sophisticated investors and executing an ambitious growth strategy. The business operates across multiple locations and is actively investing in talent, systems, and operational capabilities to support its next phase of expansion.

The organization combines the agility of a growth business with the backing and strategic direction of an established investment group. Leadership is seeking a pragmatic, commercially focused Human Resources professional who understands how to build fit-for-purpose processes that enable growth rather than create bureaucracy.

This is an environment for individuals who enjoy creating structure from the ground up, partnering closely with executives, and remaining actively involved in the day-to-day realities of a growing business.

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Senior Human Resources Manager will lead both the strategic and operational Human Resources agenda across a growing portfolio of businesses. The successful Senior Human Resources Manager will play a critical role in building scalable infrastructure while supporting continued organizational growth.

• Develop and lead the Human Resources function as a strategic partner to executive leadership
• Design and implement compensation structures, performance management frameworks, workforce planning initiatives, and retention programmes
• Lead Human Resources due diligence, integration planning, and post-acquisition integration activities
• Build and standardize policies, onboarding programmes, employee lifecycle processes, and organizational structures across multiple entities
• Oversee Human Resources compliance activities including employee relations, benefits administration, and year-end reporting requirements
• Partner closely with operational leaders on workforce challenges, employee engagement, investigations, and organizational effectiveness
• Lead, coach, and develop the Human Resources and payroll team while ensuring operational excellence across core Human Resources processes

The Successful Applicant

For this role we are seeking:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• Minimum seven years of progressive Human Resources experience with increasing levels of responsibility
• Proven experience building Human Resources processes, frameworks, and infrastructure within a growing organization
• Experience supporting multi-site, multi-entity, industrial, construction, field-services, manufacturing, engineering, or similar operational environments
• Demonstrated merger and acquisition due diligence and integration experience
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, compensation, performance management, compliance, and organizational development
• Experience managing or overseeing payroll processes and Human Resources Information Systems
• Professional certification such as SHRM Certified Professional, SHRM Senior Certified Professional, Professional in Human Resources, or Senior Professional in Human Resources preferred
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and operational leaders
• Hands-on, builder mentality with the ability to balance strategy and execution in a fast-paced environment

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to build and shape the Human Resources function during a significant growth phase
• High visibility role with direct access to executive leadership
• Exposure to acquisition activity, integration projects, and strategic business initiatives
• Significant influence on organizational design, culture, talent strategy, and workforce planning
• Collaborative leadership team committed to investing in people and scalable growth
• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits programme
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing platform

Contact

Gemma McDonald

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