Job summary
To provide hands-on, operational HR support across MBPCC, ensuring continuity of core HR functions in a regulated, NHS-linked environment. The Interim HR Manager will lead employee relations casework, TUPE transfers, policy administration and support a remote HR team, enabling rapid response to day-to-day HR needs.
Main duties of the job
Employee Relations & Case Management
TUPE & Organisational Changes
Policy Implementation & Compliance
Recruitment Administration
Support for Remote HR Team
Reporting & Metrics
Quick Onboarding & Handover
HR Process review
About us
MBPCC are a not-for-profit community Interest company based in North Lancashire and South Cumbria our services span over 1000 square miles. Following some team sickness we are looking to source a freelance interim HR Manager to provide cover for our organisation, and support colleagues alongside our dedicated HR Administrator. The function will require some on site work whilst you learn about our ways of working, but we are open to remote workers once orientated. You will report to the CEO, so will be expected to function with minimal day to day oversight.
The freelance support may be extended beyond the return of the post holder, to support a gradual return to work, handover and potential HR process improvement project - therefore freelance expertise around HR process change and improvement would be seen as desirable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Case Management
- Lead and manage disciplinary, grievance and capability processes to resolution.
- Advise and guide managers on informal and formal casework, ensuring procedural fairness and compliance.
TUPE & Organisational Change
- Support TUPE transfers, re-structures or secondments: prepare communications, consultation packs and manage stakeholder meetings.
Policy Implementation & Compliance
- Administer, interpret and update HR policies and procedures (e.g. absence management, flexible working, DBS checks).
- Ensure all activity reflects NHS/regulatory standards (e.g. CQC, GDPR).
Recruitment Administration
- Oversee end-to-end recruitment for assigned areas: job posting, screening, interview coordination and offer management.
Support for Remote HR Team
- Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to HR Advisors based remotely.
- Conduct regular virtual catch-ups; facilitate escalation of complex issues.
Reporting & Metrics
- Maintain HR records and produce weekly/monthly reports (e.g. headcount, turnover, case progress).
Quick Onboarding & Handover
HR Process review
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Case Management
- Lead and manage disciplinary, grievance and capability processes to resolution.
- Advise and guide managers on informal and formal casework, ensuring procedural fairness and compliance.
TUPE & Organisational Change
- Support TUPE transfers, re-structures or secondments: prepare communications, consultation packs and manage stakeholder meetings.
Policy Implementation & Compliance
- Administer, interpret and update HR policies and procedures (e.g. absence management, flexible working, DBS checks).
- Ensure all activity reflects NHS/regulatory standards (e.g. CQC, GDPR).
Recruitment Administration
- Oversee end-to-end recruitment for assigned areas: job posting, screening, interview coordination and offer management.
Support for Remote HR Team
- Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to HR Advisors based remotely.
- Conduct regular virtual catch-ups; facilitate escalation of complex issues.
Reporting & Metrics
- Maintain HR records and produce weekly/monthly reports (e.g. headcount, turnover, case progress).
Quick Onboarding & Handover
HR Process review
Person Specification
Availability
Essential
- Immediate start able to commit 3 days per week with a right to work in the UK
Qualifications
Essential
- CIPD Level 5 (minimum)
- 5+ years operational HR casework (disciplinary, TUPE, grievance)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in NHS or regulated healthcare environment
- Proven track record supporting remote HR teams
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and NHS-specific
Desirable
- Previous interim management assignments
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Resilient and adaptable to changing priorities
- Discreet and professional with sensitive information
Desirable
- Empathetic coach-style approach to employee support
Interpersonal & Leadership
Essential
- Confident influencer at Manager/Director level
- Collaborative team-player with remote management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Delivery of virtual training workshops
Organisational skills
Essential
- Highly organised with ability to prioritise competing demands
- Self-starter capable of rapid onboarding
Desirable
- Experience implementing process improvements
Technical IT skills
Essential
- Proficiency with MS Office, Teams and shared file working
Desirable
- IT enabled HR improvement
Person Specification
Availability
Essential
- Immediate start able to commit 3 days per week with a right to work in the UK
Qualifications
Essential
- CIPD Level 5 (minimum)
- 5+ years operational HR casework (disciplinary, TUPE, grievance)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience in NHS or regulated healthcare environment
- Proven track record supporting remote HR teams
- Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and NHS-specific
Desirable
- Previous interim management assignments
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Resilient and adaptable to changing priorities
- Discreet and professional with sensitive information
Desirable
- Empathetic coach-style approach to employee support
Interpersonal & Leadership
Essential
- Confident influencer at Manager/Director level
- Collaborative team-player with remote management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Desirable
- Delivery of virtual training workshops
Organisational skills
Essential
- Highly organised with ability to prioritise competing demands
- Self-starter capable of rapid onboarding
Desirable
- Experience implementing process improvements
Technical IT skills
Essential
- Proficiency with MS Office, Teams and shared file working
Desirable
- IT enabled HR improvement
Employer details
Employer name
Morecambe Bay Primary Care Collaborative
Address
The Lunesdale Surgery
Wellington Court
Kirkby Lonsdale
Carnforth
Lancashire
LA6 2HQ
Employer's website
https://mbpcc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
