HR & Resourcing Manager

Kronospan is the world's leading manufacturer of wood-based panel products. Since 1897 we have invested in innovation to deliver on our promise of ‘Wood Perfected’, and today we employ around 15,000 people across more than 40 manufacturing sites worldwide. Our panels, decorative surfaces and engineered wood products are used every day in furniture, flooring, interiors and construction projects around the world.

We are looking for a driven, people-focused HR & Resourcing Manager to lead our recruitment function while supporting the wider HR agenda across the business. This is an exciting opportunity to shape recruitment strategy, attract outstanding talent, and make a real impact on employee engagement, performance and organisational success — both in the UK and internationally, with the backing and resources of a market-leading international manufacturer.

Recruitment

Define, develop and execute talent acquisition strategy for UK operations

Play a leading role in the Group-wide recruitment function, supporting senior and board-level appointments

Develop cost-effective, in-house recruitment solutions, minimising reliance on agencies and consultants

Source candidates through a range of channels, including referral schemes, social media and job fairs

Administer the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Liaise with directors and managers to shortlist and select candidates

Arrange and conduct interviews alongside the relevant manager or director

Manage visa applications and support international skilled staff with relocation

Develop induction programmes for effective candidate onboarding

HR Compliance & Employee Relations

Develop, implement and review HR policies and procedures, ensuring ongoing compliance

Manage disciplinary, grievance and absence management processes

Lead performance management and appraisal processes

Provide proactive and reactive HR guidance and coaching to managers across the business

Support employee relations activity, including liaison with recognised trade unions where applicable

Promote best practice and ensure compliance with employment legislation

General HR

Provide cover for the HR Manager/Director during periods of absence

Support employee wellbeing, engagement and internal communications initiatives

Work closely with Payroll, Training, Occupational Health and other internal stakeholders

Lead and contribute to HR projects that support business growth and continuous improvement

Undertake occasional international travel to support HR operations at other company locations

Produce and submit monthly Group HR KPI reports

What We're looking for:

Essential

Proven experience in HR, including direct recruitment activity, ideally with some decision-making responsibility

Strong experience recruiting for executive, senior managerial, technical and specialist positions

Highly capable with recruitment systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, headhunting tools and social media for recruitment

Excellent interviewing, assessment and candidate selection skills

Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practice

Experience managing employee relations matters, including disciplinary and absence management

Strong organisational and project management skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR information systems

Desirable

CIPD Level 5 (or willingness to study)

Experience with UK Visa application system

Advanced user of Microsoft Office applications

What we offer:

Competitive remuneration package including work-based pension

Training support for CIPD qualification

Continued training, professional development and opportunities for career progression

The opportunity to shape and lead recruitment strategy across a global organisation

The chance to work alongside, and learn from, industry-leading professionals committed to excellence

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining your interest in the role.

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