Job title: HR Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing & Engineering
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £45,000.00
Location: Castleford, UK
Job published: 02-04-2026
Job ID: 71451
Contact name: Ryan Gill
Contact email: Ryan.gill@optima-cs.com

Job Description

HR Manager | Batley | £45,000 – £50,000 | Angloco

Looking for your first opportunity to lead a full HR function, where you can genuinely shape how a business approaches people, culture, and compliance?

What you’ll be doing

This is a standalone HR role where you’ll take ownership of both the operational and strategic elements of HR, with a focus on:

Compliance & Governance

• Reviewing and updating HR policies in line with employment law changes

• Ensuring compliance and protecting the business from risk

• Embedding governance and consistent HR processes

• Managing day-to-day disciplinary reviews and employee relations cases

People & Culture

• Supporting the development and delivery of a people and culture strategy

• Working closely with senior leadership to improve engagement and retention

• Driving continuous improvement across the HR function

A hands-on role where you’ll be expected to take ownership, make decisions, and build structure where needed.

What you’ll need

• Experience within a generalist HR role, with exposure to employee relations and policy work

• Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice

• Confidence working independently and taking ownership of HR activity

• A proactive approach, with the ability to identify issues and implement solutions

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence at different levels

You’ll ideally be:

• CIPD Level 4 or 5 qualified

• Ready to step into your first HR Managerial role

Salary & package

The salary will range from £45,000 – £50,000 depending on experience.

Full package details available on request.

About Angloco

Angloco is a specialist engineering company with a global customer base, supplying fire-fighting vehicles, equipment and systems used in critical emergency response environments.

Interested?

A clear overview of your HR experience, is all that’s needed. Your application will be reviewed directly by the hiring team.

 

 

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