HR Advisor

Full job description

My client is a specialised supply chain logistics provider with the in-depth expertise essential for managing site logistics and operational activity on behalf of large or small high-security sites with varying degrees of complexities. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Support Services team and become part of the company’s future and exciting growth plans. We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our team; our ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience within the same or similar role. The HR Advisor will provide high quality advice and support directly to managers to facilitate the early resolution of difficult, complex or sensitive employee relations issues, ensuring the risks associated with such cases are effectively managed. You will review, update and distribute all HR related policies and procedures, be instrumental in recruitment and onboarding of all new employees, ensuring high compliance in all areas.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of the employee life cycle, including onboarding, performance management and off-boarding
• Build strong working relationships across the business, delivering value-added services to management and employees
• Provide HR guidance and support to management where necessary
• Develop, implement and improve HR policies and procedures that comply with UK legal requirements
• Support the full recruitment process, including job descriptions, adverts, social media updates and interviews
• Manage contractual paperwork, including offer letters and contracts of employment
• Maintain employee records and update HR systems
• Administer employee payroll and absence management
• Produce HR reports as required
• Deliver training programs to Managers on HR practices and procedures
• Design and work across HR projects
• Manage investigations and complex employee relations issues including redundancy and grievance
• Monitor and develop performance appraisal systems
• Gather and evaluate market data to measure the organisations competitiveness for salary reviews, compensation and benefits package·

Requirements

• 5+ years working in HR at Manager/Advisor level, preferably in an SME
• Level 5 CIPD desirable, level 3 CIPD essential.
• Strong IT skills  Microsoft Office suite
• Strong attention to detail/accuracy/confidentiality
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
• Excellent organisation skills - able to prioritise
• Experience gained in logistics/commercially focused business (desirable)
• Comprehensive understanding of employment law and HR best practices
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and remain calm under pressure
• Collaborative and pragmatic approach to work

Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities.

Please note:  That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job