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.
Job DescriptionRecruitment
- 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
Additional Information
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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Skills Required
- Proven experience in HR, including direct recruitment activity and ideally some decision-making responsibility
- Strong experience recruiting executive, senior managerial, technical, and specialist positions
- Proficiency with recruitment systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, headhunting tools, and social media recruitment
- Excellent interviewing, assessment, and candidate selection skills
- Sound knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Experience managing employee relations matters, including disciplinary and absence management
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR information systems
- CIPD Level 5 or willingness to study
- Experience with the UK visa application system
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
What We Do
Kronospan is a global manufacturer and distributor of wood‑based panels and value‑added products — including particleboard, MDF, OSB, laminate flooring, melamine‑faced boards and resins — supplying furniture, interior design and construction markets worldwide. Founded in 1897, the group operates many production sites across multiple countries and emphasizes sustainable use of wood residues and resource‑efficient manufacturing.
