HR Business Partner

Bradford Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a well-established, international manufacturing business who are looking to appoint an experienced HR Business Partner to support their growing UK operation, based in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with people at all levels and wants to play a key role in supporting both the workforce and wider business objectives within a fast-paced industrial environment.

About the role

As HR Business Partner for the site, this is a standalone role covering every aspect of HR. You will act as a trusted HR partner to employees and managers, providing practical advice and support throughout the full employee lifecycle. No task is too big or too small—you could be developing strategy one day, managing a disciplinary the next, or supporting social events and engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies, processes, and best practice.
• Support the development and implementation of HR initiatives, processes, and systems aligned with the wider HR strategy.
• Manage and support recruitment activity, including the creation and maintenance of job descriptions.
• Develop and deliver effective onboarding processes to ensure new employees are successfully integrated into the business.
• Support managers with performance management, including objective setting, reviews, and follow-up actions.
• Provide advice and support on disciplinary and grievance matters, ensuring compliance with company policy and employment legislation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in line with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Review employment terms and working practices to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant legislation.
• Support positive and constructive relationships with trade unions and contribute to effective employee and industrial relations.
• Provide guidance across key HR areas including pay and benefits, learning and development, recruitment, and employee relations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across HR processes and practices.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Senior HR Officer/Advisor, HR Manager, or similar HR role.
• Experience working within an industrial, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
• Experience of working with unions would be an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of core HR disciplines, including recruitment, employee relations, learning & development, and pay & benefits.
• A good understanding of UK employment legislation and disciplinary processes.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with sound judgement and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a stable, successful, internationally recognised manufacturing organisation where HR has a genuine influence on the employee experience and wider business performance.
• Opportunity to make a real impact at site level and develop your career within a successful global organisation.
• 5-10% bonus.
• Enhanced pension & DIS.

Schedule

Based onsite full-time with some flexibility considered.