Senior People Manager

Senior People Manager£75k–£85k plus car allowance and package

Are you looking for a senior people leadership role where you can shape the strategic people agenda and have a meaningful impact on the business? This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Senior People Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is energised by driving cultural and organisational development. You’ll lead a capable team and take full responsibility for the people function at a site known for its positive, collaborative culture -something consistently echoed by previous successful placements.

In this senior role, you’ll work closely with the site leadership team, acting as a trusted partner to steer both operational people activity and long‑term initiatives that support growth, capability, and engagement.

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as the senior people expert for managers across all functions.
• Leading a broad generalist remit including talent acquisition, engagement, learning & development, ER, and succession planning.
• Driving the culture agenda, with a strong focus on engagement, capability, and leadership development.
• Shaping, developing, and implementing people policies and supporting continual improvement across the site.
• Playing a key leadership role in customer audits and ensuring compliance across all people-related processes.
• Influencing senior stakeholders and contributing to strategic discussions at management meetings.
• Able to manage the hands-on aspects of the role in conjunction with the strategic agenda.

About the business:

• An ambitious FMCG business with successful growth YOY.
• A diverse customer base and an ambitious growth trajectory.
• A stable, loyal workforce and a culture where people initiatives can have real impact.
• Fast‑moving and agile with People at the heart of enabling transformation and delivering business priorities.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong generalist experience within manufacturing (FMCG, food) or logistics environments.
• Senior HR expertise and the ability to coach, influence, and upskill managers.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing people policies and frameworks.
• Resilient, detail‑driven, and able to balance operational demands with strategic priorities.
• A collaborative, credible HR partner with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.
• Demonstrated success operating as a strategic people leader.

If you're passionate about shaping a positive, engaging workplace and want the scope to drive meaningful change, this Senior People Manager role offers a genuine opportunity to make your mark. Please Contact Colette in the Novus Team for more information.