HR Generalist - UK

Location: Hazelwood, UK
Work Pattern: 4 days in the office, 1 day flexible
Job Type: Permanent, full-time

How You’ll Make an Impact

As an HR Generalist, you will provide end-to-end HR support for the Hazelwood site and wider UK population, working closely with site leaders, managers and HR Partners. Working within the regional HR operating model, you will coordinate with Regional Leveraged Services and the Regional Talent team to deliver consistent employee experience, ensure policies and processes' compliance, and maintain accurate people data and reporting. The role includes core employee lifecycle activities (onboarding through exit), day-to-day advisory support, coordination of employee relations activity, and continuous improvement of local HR processes.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver end-to-end HR support for the Hazelwood site and wider UK team.
• Collaborate with managers and HR Partners to provide a consistent employee experience.
• Coordinate employee lifecycle activities, from onboarding through exit.
• Advise on HR policies, processes, and compliance requirements.
• Support employee and labour relations, investigations, and union negotiations.
• Manage gender pay gap reporting and develop action plans.
• Coordinate Early Careers programmes (apprenticeships, placements, work experience).
• Manage immigration compliance and provide guidance on visa-related queries.
• Analyze Occupational Health data, maintain external portal access, and collaborate with HSE.
• Act as Data Controller, ensuring GDPR compliance and accurate employee records.
• Provide audit support and deploy regular HR reports and analytics.
• Lead or participate in HR transformation projects and process improvements.
• Contribute to wider HR and business projects for Lubrizol UK/Europe/Global.
• Some travel my be involved wihtin UK.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• CIPD qualified (or working towards), and/or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of generalist HR experience in a manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR processes.
• Proven ability to partner with HR teams, COEs, and stakeholders for consistent delivery.
• Customer-focused with a strong service mindset.
• Strong organization, time management, and digital capability (Microsoft 365, HR systems).

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Experience with HR transformation projects and HR project management.
• Knowledge of employee benefits.

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in the office, on-site, or remotely. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Working at a hybrid office site with ergonomic standards.
• Use of digital tools and HR systems.
• Participating in on-site or remote meetings and projects.
• Adhering to rigorous safety and compliance protocols.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Work in a respected, industry-leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway.
• A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development, learning, and global career mobility.
• Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions.

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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

 For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. 

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.