Job Description

Group HR Manager - Wyke Farms

Location: Bruton, Somerset. BA10 0PU. Site based.

Reporting to: Production Director / Technical Director

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Benefits: Company pension, staff discount and access to sustainability and wellbeing initiatives

About Wyke Farms

Wyke is 'England's Cheddar Maker' as the UK's largest independent cheese producer and a leader in sustainable farming and renewable energy. With a heritage rooted in Somerset and a commitment to leaving the land better than we found it, we blend tradition with innovation to produce award-winning Cheddar and butter enjoyed around the world.

At Wyke, we do things the 'Wyke Way': taking the time to do things properly, keeping the craft sacred, obsessing over every detail, and always giving back more than we take. It's about pride in our work, care for our community and countryside, and a commitment to leaving a legacy for future generations.

Role Overview

We're looking for a proactive and experienced Group HR Manager to lead our people strategy across multiple sites. This is a key leadership role focused on building a high-performing, engaged, and values-driven workforce that supports Wyke's growth and sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop HR strategy across the group, aligned with business objectives

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and talent development across production, technical, and support teams

Develop and implement consistent, company-wide employment contracts and HR documentation

Ensure HR audit and ethical compliance across all sites, maintaining accurate records and meeting regulatory standards

Champion employee engagement, wellbeing, and culture initiatives

Manage employee relations, performance management, and role succession planning

Ensure compliance with employment law, health & safety, and ethical standards

Support managers with coaching, training, and HR best practices

Drive continuous improvement in HR systems, policies, and reporting

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in a senior HR role, ideally within manufacturing process businesses, ideally food production, agriculture, or FMCG.

Strong leadership and communication skills

CIPD qualified (Level 5 or above preferred)

Passion for people development and ethical business practices

Ability to work collaboratively across departments and sites

An individual that can work and align with the 'Wyke Way' of getting things done

Why Join Wyke Farms?

You'll be part of a family-run business with a global reach and a deep commitment to doing things the right way--for our people, our products, and the environment. We offer a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your ideas and impact will be valued.

We are taking applications until 3rd October 2025 for a January 2026 start date.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 37,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person