HR Manager
CV-LibraryNorwichtemporaryPosted: 29 July 2026
Apply NowWe're looking for an experienced HR Manager on a temporary basis to provide immediate support during a busy period. This is a hands-on role for a confident HR professional with strong employee relations and investigation experience, who can quickly build credibility, manage complex cases, and deliver practical, commercial HR advice.
What you'll be doing:
Managing a varied employee relations caseload, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance and capability matters.
Leading and supporting complex workplace investigations from start to finish.
Advising managers on HR policies, procedures and employment law.
Producing clear, thorough investigation reports and recommendations.
Coaching managers to ensure consistent and compliant people practices.
Supporting the wider HR team with operational priorities as required.What we're looking for:
Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role.
Strong employee relations and workplace investigation expertise.
Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Confidence handling sensitive and complex cases independently.
CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience).
A proactive, pragmatic approach with the ability to make an impact quickly.The ideal candidate:
You are a seasoned HR professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, can quickly assess situations, gain stakeholder trust, and provide expert guidance from day one. You don't need hand-holding—you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in, and deliver results.
The role can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis of 3 days a week. If you're immediately available (or available at short notice) and ready to make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you
What you'll be doing:
Managing a varied employee relations caseload, including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance and capability matters.
Leading and supporting complex workplace investigations from start to finish.
Advising managers on HR policies, procedures and employment law.
Producing clear, thorough investigation reports and recommendations.
Coaching managers to ensure consistent and compliant people practices.
Supporting the wider HR team with operational priorities as required.What we're looking for:
Proven experience in an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor role.
Strong employee relations and workplace investigation expertise.
Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Confidence handling sensitive and complex cases independently.
CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience).
A proactive, pragmatic approach with the ability to make an impact quickly.The ideal candidate:
You are a seasoned HR professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, can quickly assess situations, gain stakeholder trust, and provide expert guidance from day one. You don't need hand-holding—you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in, and deliver results.
The role can be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis of 3 days a week. If you're immediately available (or available at short notice) and ready to make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you