Head of HR (UK) Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 per annum Shillito Executive Search are exclusively working alongside and industry leading, global manufacturing company in their search for a Head of HR. We are seeking a commercially astute, resilient and business-minded Head of HR to lead and modernise the UK HR function in Rotherham. This is a high-impact leadership role requiring a decisive Head of HR who prioritises efficiency, drives measurable performance improvement, and confidently leads organisational change. We are looking for a strategic business partner who understands that HR must enable commercial success, while maintaining robust governance, compliance and strong people foundations. Working closely with Senior Leadership, this role provides an excellent opportunity for career progression in the coming years. The Opportunity The incoming Head of HR will take full ownership of the HR function, ensuring it operates as a lean, commercially aligned and modern department. A central element of the role is driving efficiency through smarter systems, streamlined processes and better workforce planning. You will also act as the department''s AI Champion, identifying opportunities to introduce automation, AI tools and data-driven decision-making to enhance productivity, insight and compliance. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the full HR function across the employee lifecycleEnsure robust compliance with UK employment law, keeping the business protect