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Hunter Douglas is seeking an experienced and driven HR Lead to join our team in Washington. Reporting directly to the Head of HR UK&I, with a dotted line to the UK Supply Chain Tower Lead; this is a standalone HR position and a key member of the onsite management team, providing both strategic and operational HR leadership across our manufacturing, distribution, and wholesale operations.
As the dedicated HR professional on site, you will work closely with leaders, employee representatives and colleagues across the business, leading all aspects of the employee lifecycle while supporting the delivery of business objectives.
This is a highly visible, hands-on role that requires a proactive and energetic individual who enjoys being present within the operation, building strong relationships and influencing at all levels.
Given the nature of our manufacturing environment, this position is based fully onsite, five days per week, allowing you to be fully embedded within the operation and support colleagues and managers effectively. You'll also work closely with the wider HR Team in the UK and EMEA, and occasional travel to our Nottingham office will be required to build relationships and align on key people initiatives and projects.
We recognise that flexibility is important and welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time hours. Given the collaborative and highly visible nature of this role, any part-time arrangement would need to be worked across five days per week, with onsite attendance required each day to support colleagues and build strong relationships across the site.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, engagement, performance management, succession planning, and offboarding.
* Act as the primary HR contact for the Washington site, providing expert guidance and support to managers and employees.
* Partner with the onsite management team to develop and deliver people strategies that support business objectives.
* Manage a wide range of employee relations matters, including complex disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management, and performance-related cases.
* Build and maintain positive working relationships with employee representatives and employee groups.
* Lead employee engagement, wellbeing, retention, and culture initiatives across the site.
* Coach and support managers to develop their people management capability.
* Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation and company policies.
* Support organisational change, restructuring, and business transformation projects.
* Analyse HR data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and drive informed decision-making.
* Support workforce planning and talent acquisition activities across the site.
* Lead and contribute to strategic HR projects in partnership with the wider HR team.
* Continuously review and improve HR processes to ensure an excellent employee experience.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business, including regular engagement with teams based in Nottingham and EMEA
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in a senior HR Generalist, HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or HR Lead role would be an advantage however we also welcome applicants who believe they are ready for the next step in their career.
* A strong background supporting manufacturing, operations, logistics, distribution, or industrial environments.
* Previous experience working within a unionised environment and building effective relationships with union representatives.
* Significant experience managing complex and sensitive employee relations cases.
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
* Experience partnering with operational leaders and influencing at management level.
* Comfortable working autonomously in a standalone HR role while being part of a wider HR function.
* An energetic, resilient, and proactive approach with a genuine passion for people.
* Strong coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience leading organisational change and strategic people initiatives.
* Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
* CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above preferred).
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to Nottingham on a monthly basis.
* Commitment to working onsite five days per week as part of the site leadership team.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the people agenda at a key Hunter Douglas site. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping culture, supporting leaders, enhancing employee engagement, and driving continuous improvement across a diverse operational environment.
You'll have the autonomy to make a real impact locally while also contributing to wider business and HR initiatives. If you enjoy balancing strategic HR projects with hands-on operational support and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your career.
Working at Hunter Douglas
Hunter Douglas is the world's leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. Our success is built on innovation, operational excellence, and most importantly, our people.
As HR Lead, you will be a trusted advisor to the leadership team, a champion for employees, and a key contributor to the ongoing success of our Washington operation. Working closely with colleagues across the business, including our Nottingham office, you will help drive a positive, high-performing culture where people can thrive.
We understand there’s no one size fits all approach. We’re proud to offer an inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued, supported, and empowered to be their true self. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate.
Everyone who applies will receive a response.