Distinct | B Corp
Human Resources Business Partner

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HR Business Partner
Alfreton
£50,000–£58,000 + 15% bonus + excellent benefits
Full-time, site-based
Distinct Recruitment is partnering confidentially with a global manufacturer to appoint an experienced HR Business Partner for its Alfreton operation.
This is a hands-on, standalone site role supporting a workforce of around 400 employees across manufacturing, supply chain and quality. You’ll combine complex employee relations work with meaningful operational and strategic people initiatives.
The role
- Partner with senior site leaders on people plans, workforce planning and headcount efficiency
- Lead complex ER cases, performance management and employee relations activity
- Provide pragmatic, commercially focused employment-law guidance
- Support talent, development, engagement and communication initiatives
- Work closely with a wider HR centre of excellence, L&D, talent, reward and shared-services teams
- Build trusted relationships across a fast-paced manufacturing environment
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What we’re looking for
- Proven HRBP or senior HR Manager experience within manufacturing, logistics, FMCG or another operational setting
- Strong, current employment-law and complex ER knowledge
- Confidence advising and challenging senior stakeholders
- Experience supporting manufacturing populations and large operational workforces
- Union or employee-representation experience would be beneficial but not essential
- A practical, visible and resilient approach—this is a role where being on site matters


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Package
- £50,000–£58,000 base salary
- 15% annual bonus
- Private medical cover
- Pension contribution of up to 10% match
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Death-in-service cover, flexible benefits and perks
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-known, values-led business with a strong investment in its people, brands and manufacturing operations. Apply now to be considered!
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