People and Culture Manager

Nobia AB; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen specialist in the UK is seeking a People & Culture Manager to shape a people-first culture across their retail network. This role involves partnering with Store Managers for performance support and driving strategic HR initiatives to improve colleague experience. Candidates should have a strong background in HR, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a full UK driving license. The role includes regional travel across various locations, ensuring a dynamic and impactful influence within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working with travel

Huge product discounts

Flexible holidays

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in complex employee relations casework.
• Experience in HR Business Partner or similar role.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Store Managers on performance and well-being.
• Lead strategic initiatives for colleague experience.
• Manage employee relations with care and confidence.
• Use data to drive informed decision-making.
• Champion employee engagement and feedback.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Planning and prioritisation skills

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Ready to drive real change in a workplace where people come first?

We’re searching for a passionate and proactive People & Culture Manager to help shape our “Great Place to Be” culture across the retail network in the North Region. Working closely with regional leaders and store teams, you’ll be the trusted go-to Partner for all things people-driving strategic initiatives, strengthening leadership capability, and championing a consistently high-impact colleague experience.

This is your chance to make a real difference every day by blending hands‑on support with high‑level impact.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary based on experience

• The opportunity to make a difference

• Flexible working with regional travel and occasional overnight stays

• Huge discounts: Up to 80% off our stylish kitchen ranges and products

• Flexible holidays: Buy up to five extra days with our holiday purchase scheme

• Wellbeing support: Access to our virtual GP service and employee assistance platform 24/7

• Lifestyle perks: Cycle to work scheme and savings on hundreds of top brands via our benefits app

• A collaborative culture built on care, inclusion, and continuous improvement

What you’ll be doing

As a key member of our People & Culture team, you’ll:

• Partner with Store Managers and Regional Leaders, providing practical, people‑first support across performance, absence, wellbeing, engagement, and more

• Lead strategic P&C initiatives that strengthen colleague experience and drive business performance

• Manage employee relations with care and confidence‑ensuring timely case resolution and documentation

• Build trusted relationships by attending regional meetings and being a visible, accessible support

• Use data and insights to spot trends, escalate risks, and drive informed decision‑making

• Help deliver and embed change initiatives that keep colleagues informed, inspired, and supported

• Champion our employee voice through engagement surveys and action planning

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development to enhance onboarding, career development, and succession planning

• Be an everyday ambassador for our culture‑promoting inclusion, wellbeing, recognition, and our Great Place to Be values in everything you do

• Stay current with employment law and bring fresh thinking to strengthen our people offer

This is a field based, Regional role which covers Scotland, North East & Yorkshire, North West, Midlands and East of England.

Who we’re looking for

You’re collaborative, confident, and commercially minded. You thrive on empowering others and aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo. You’ll hit the ground running with:

• Previous experience in a People & Culture Manager or HR Business Partner role

• Proven track record in complex ER casework and strategic HR delivery

• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport and influence across all levels

• Planning and prioritisation skills to navigate a fast‑moving, change‑focused environment

• A mindset of continuous improvement and practical problem solving

• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel

Living our values: Care, Deliver, Inspire

• Care – Build trusted relationships, collaborate with empathy, and support others’ growth

• Deliver – Stay focused on outcomes and use insight to make sound, people‑first decisions

• Inspire – Communicate with impact and help bring our culture to life for colleagues everywhere

Why Magnet?

We’re part of the Nobia Group, Europe’s leading kitchen specialist, with a proud 100-year heritage. But we’re all about what’s next. Our people drive our transformation, and we’re always ready for fresh ideas and new ways of working.

Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. If you’re ready to build a better workplace—one where everyone belongs—we’re ready for you.