[Remote] Human Resources Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Walker Lovell is a confidential, heavy manufacturing organisation seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team in a high-impact role. This position combines operational delivery with strategic support, acting as a key link between senior HR leadership and plant-based HR teams to drive consistency and effectiveness across the organisation.ResponsibilitiesAct as a central HR lead across the region, beyond a purely plant‑focused remitProvide leadership, coaching and mentorship to HR team members, including direct and indirect oversightRemove operational roadblocks and improve overall HR effectivenessSupport the implementation, optimisation and ongoing improvement of HR systems and processesOperate in a visible, hands‑on capacity with a strong “boots on the ground” mindsetPartner closely with senior stakeholders to provide both operational support and strategic HR inputSkillsProven HR leadership experience with strong people management and coaching capabilityA hands-on, pragmatic approach and the ability to operate in lean environmentsBroad HR generalist experience (rather than a highly specialised background)Experience within SME or mid-sized organisations, ideally where HR functions have been built or scaledA problem-solving mindset, with the ability to improve outcomes rather than operate transactionallyExposure to private equity–backed environmentsHRIS experience (Paycom currently used, though system-specific experience is not required)Some compensation and benefits exposureManufacturing or distribution experience (helpful but not essential)International exposure, particularly UK experience; Canada exposure is a bonusBenefitsCompetitive base salary (benchmarking in progress)Participation in an annual incentive / bonus schemeEquity participation through an Ownership Works programmeCompany OverviewWalker Lovell is a recruiting agency offering staffing services across multiple sectors, professions, and continents. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Manchester, Manchester, GBR, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://walkerlovell.com/.