Interim HR Consultant

Interim HR Consultant

Location: Hounslow (with UK travel)
Day Rate: £550-£650 per day
Contract: Rolling contract

We are supporting a global logistics organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim
HR Consultant to establish a brand-new HR function from the ground up
. This is a high-impact interim role, ideal for someone who has successfully built HR frameworks, processes, and operating models within complex, international environments.

Based in Hounslow
, the role will work closely with Group HR in the Netherlands
, ensuring alignment with global strategy while tailoring solutions to the UK business. Regular travel will be required to sites in the Midlands and potentially Scotland
.

• Design and implement a fully functioning HR framework from scratch, including policies, processes, and governance
• Act as a trusted HR partner to senior leaders and operational management across the UK
• Collaborate closely with Group HR (Netherlands) to ensure consistency with global HR standards and initiatives
• Establish and embed core HR processes such as:
  • Employee relations and case management
  • Performance management frameworks
  • Organisational design and role architecture
  • Talent, succession, and workforce planning
• Advise leaders on employment law, best practice, and change management
• Support and influence stakeholders across multiple locations and cultures
• Provide hands-on HR support while also operating strategically
• Prepare the business for a scalable, sustainable HR model for the future

• Proven experience setting up an HR function from scratch within a medium to large organisation
• Strong background operating as an HR Consultant or Interim HR Leader
• Experience working in global or matrixed organisations, partnering with international HR teams
• Confident influencing senior leaders and managing diverse stakeholders across geographies
• Pragmatic, delivery-focused, and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments
• Willing and able to travel across the UK as required

• Day rate of £550-£650, depending on experience
• Rolling contract with potential for extension
• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the HR landscape of a growing global business
• Exposure to senior leadership and international HR collaboration