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Posted 02 August, 2026

HR Manager

Adele Carr Recruitment Limited
Bridgwater, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Site HR Manager\n

Bridgwater, Somerset | Four Days per Week Onsite | 12-Month FTC | £40,000-£45,000 + Bonus and Benefits

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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site HR Manager to join a busy manufacturing operation in Bridgwater on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

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This position requires four days per week onsite in Bridgwater. Working as a trusted partner to operational leaders, employees and trade union representatives, you will deliver a comprehensive generalist HR service while helping to shape the site's people strategy.

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This is a hands-on position suited to an HR professional who enjoys being close to operations, building trusted relationships and achieving practical results.

Key Responsibilities\n
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    Manage HR activity across the complete employee lifecycle

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    Advise and coach managers on employee relations, policies and HR best practice

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    Develop constructive relationships with trade unions and site stakeholders

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    Lead employee engagement, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion initiatives

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    Analyse workforce data and translate findings into effective actions

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    Support workforce planning, recruitment, talent development and succession

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    Improve the candidate and onboarding experience

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    Contribute to an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing site culture

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    Handle sensitive employee information in accordance with GDPR

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Skills and Experience\n
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    Substantial HR generalist experience

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    Strong knowledge of UK employment law

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    Confident stakeholder management and influencing skills

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    Experience supporting employee relations matters

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    Strong analytical, communication and organisational abilities

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    Empathy, emotional intelligence and sound professional judgement

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    Understanding of data protection and confidentiality requirements

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    Availability to work onsite in Bridgwater four days per week

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Manufacturing, FMCG, logistics or fast-paced operational experience is desirable. Trade union experience would be an advantage.

Salary and Benefits\n
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    Base salary of £40,000-£45,000

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    Up to 10% annual bonus, pro rata

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    Private medical insurance

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    Pension contributions matched from 1% to 8%

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    25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata

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Apply now if you are an accomplished HR professional looking to make a positive impact at a key operational site.