Job Description

At ABP UK, we have an exciting opportunity for a HR Manager based at our Perth site in Scotland. The successful candidate will assume responsibility for the daily operational management of a busy HR function. This is a great time to become a core member of the team at ABP Perth, embedding the people agenda while also getting the chance to contribute to group projects.

The role involves:

Leadership

Working closely with the Head of HR, the HR Manager will provide daily leadership and direction to the site HR department, ensuring they have a clear understanding of their role.


Encouraging a high level of teamwork by the HR team, to ensure collaboration with other departments across the business.


Carry out individual performance and personal development reviews for HR team members.


As part of the site management team, establish strong relationships with other managers to build collaboration with the HR department.

Employee Relations and Employee Engagement

Deliver effective employee engagement and participation across the site.


Ensure there is excellent communication processes and systems established across the site.


Lead employee forums , ensuring effective and meaningful engagement from employees and managers as required.


Lead on Employee Relations case management, ensuring efficient and effective closeout.

Ethics

Oversee all processes relating to ethical management, ensuring the site is audit ready at all times.


Manage ethical audits onsite, maintaining SEDEX/customer ethical platforms.


Site lead on the prevention of Modern Slavery, ensuring awareness, oversight and reporting mechanisms are in place.

Recruitment

Oversee and deliver an effective staff recruitment process.


Review all internal and external recruitment processes to ensure they fit the business plan.


Work with external agencies to source the best in industry talent.


Promoting the ABP UK brand in all recruitment processes.

Compliance

Adherence to all company policies, legislation and customer protocols to ensure the highest standards are maintained.


Ensuring consistency of approach with regards to legislative requirements in relation to contracts, working arrangements and implementation of terms and conditions.


Ensure agency and contractor audits are carried out at the required intervals.


Provide professional and effective advice and support to the HR department and Operations teams as well as site management on all HR related/people management issues.

Leadership Principles

You have a relentless drive to succeed


You create a results-driven environment


You lead by example, contributing to the collaborative environment of the company.

Skills and Person Specification

Relevant 3rd level qualification


Level 5 CIPD


3+ years of generalist HR experience with previous experience of leading and supporting a team.


Proven track record of delivering generalist HR support within a commercially focused environment, ideally within the FMCG sector.


Self-starter with proven ability to drive change in a HR department.


Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


Strong IT skills.


Ability to manage several ongoing projects and prioritising when necessary.


Excellent attention to detail, problem solving and organisational skills.



Closing date for applications is 12th October 2025.