Average Human Resources salary in the UK

Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen in The Dawn Meats Group which is one of Europe’s leading meat processing companies and operates as Dunbia in the UK. As a Human Resources Assistant, you will be supporting the existing HR team in all aspects of generalist HR including recruitment and onboarding, disciplinary and grievance support, absence management, employee relations and engagement and performance management. We are looking for candidates who are motivated for a career within the HR sector and excited to be part of a dynamic team, working within a complex and ever-changing environment. The successful candidate will report to the Regional HR Manager. We will offer full training, support and mentoring so previous experience in HR is not essential but desirable. Standard hours would be 8.30 - 17.00 Monday to Friday. Salary £27,000 per annum. With your application, please include a short covering letter detailing your interest in the role and why you feel you would be a great candidate. Responsibilities Work closely with the HR team to support the delivery of all people policies and processes (i.e, performance management, employee relations, disciplinary, grievance, absence management) in line with best practice and legislative requirements.Undertaking projects assigned by the department during the training process.Supporting the HR function with the full recruitment process including interview, pre-employment checks and onboarding including the delivery of site inductions.Supporting internal and external enquiries and requests relating to the HR functionSupporting the payroll function through provision of relevant documents and checksUsing internal data systems to record relevant HR data and accurately report HR Key Performance Indicators.Daily on-site interaction and employee engagement with a multi-cultural and diverse workforce.Supporting the business through the delivery of site absence management processesNotetaking in formal meetings including but not limited to disciplinary and grievance hearings.Help support, organize, and deliver onsite Occupational Health surveillance visits, ethical audits, and other such initiatives. Qualifications Organised with excellent attention to detail.Effective communicator, able to build trust and influence.Professional conduct with the ability to maintain a high level of confidence and integrity.Resilient with a keen and enthusiastic attitude to learning.Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks and stakeholders whilst adaptable to change. Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and as part of a wider team.Emotionally intelligent No company sponsorship is available to overseas applicants for this position. 

Human Resources ManagerLocation: LeatherheadSalary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annumHours: 08:00 – 16:30About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Human Resources Manager to lead and deliver a professional HR service across the business. This is a hands-on role, working closely with senior leaders and managers to support workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations, and people development. You will play a key role in ensuring HR practices are compliant, consistent, and aligned with business objectives, while promoting a positive and engaged workplace culture.Key ResponsibilitiesLead HR strategy, workforce planning, and operational HR deliveryManage end-to-end recruitment and onboardingAct as the first point of contact for employee relations mattersMaintain HR policies, compliance, and employee recordsSupport performance management, training, and developmentWork with finance on payroll support, pay reviews, and benefitsPromote a positive culture, employee engagement, and wellbeingManage HR systems, reporting, and e-learning platformsAbout YouProven experience in a generalist HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor roleStrong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practiceConfident advising managers on employee relations issuesOrganised, approachable, and able to manage multiple priorities Experience supporting operational or site-based teams is desirableWhat We Offer- Salary of £45,000 – £50,000 per annum- 08:00 – 16:30 working hours- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off- Pension scheme- Free on-site car parking- A varied and influential HR role with real impact- The opportunity to shape and develop HR practices- Collaborative working environment with senior leadershipRefer a friend and earn £100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a £100 retail voucher of your choice! Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.By applying for this vacancy, you accept Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you.Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.

Human Resources Co-ordinator (9 Months Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover)Birmingham, Near City Centre / Hybrid£28,323 per annum (pro rata £16,994)9 Months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover), 22.5 hours per weekWe are a leading provider of mental health services in Birmingham and the West Midlands. We offer high quality services that support both recovery and wellbeing and we actively work with people so that they can be in control of their lives. With respect for the individual at the forefront of all the work we do, Birmingham Mind has a well-earned reputation for excelling in quality. With over 50 years’ experience of supporting people with mental health difficulties within our local community, we always strive to challenge the stigma that surrounds mental distress.We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our HR team here in Birmingham to cover maternity leave. In this busy generalist role, the successful candidate will be involved in a number of key duties including answering day to day HR queries, recruitment administration, the maintenance of the computerised HR system and full administration of the starter/leaver process. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the administration of DBS checks within the organisation. Maintaining a strictly confidential approach to work at all times will be an essential requirement of this job.The successful candidate will have recent experience within a similar HR role. Good IT skills with the ability to manipulate data is essential for this role. You will have the ability to remain calm under pressure and organise high volumes of work.This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to develop a career in HR and gain solid generalist experience. In a busy HR office priorities can often change, so the ability to assess and plan your own workload independently and complete tasks to given deadlines is also an essential skill for this role.If you think you could be an asset to our team, we look forward to receiving your application.Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months. We are not a registered sponsor and therefore are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.Our people are key to the success of the organisation, and we are recognised as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving Gold standard success in Investors in People. We welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.Closing date for applications is Friday 24 April 2026Interviews will take place on Thursday 30 April 2026