A specialist technology manufacturing company, trusted by global organisations in defence, finance, and media, is looking for a proactive HR Advisor to join the team.
As the HR Advisor, you will report directly to the CEO and provide proactive, hands-on HR support across the business. This is a generalist HR role where you will take ownership of day-to-day HR activity, supporting managers and employees, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and helping to maintain a positive and engaging workplace culture.
Your key responsibilities as HR Advisor will include acting as the first point of contact for all HR related matters, providing general advice and guidance to managers on HR queries, supporting recruitment and onboarding activity including drafting job adverts, shortlisting candidates, arranging interviews and supporting a smooth induction process, as well as managing offboarding and exit interviews.
You will maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation, support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures and ensure ongoing compliance with UK employment legislation. The role will also involve coordinating training and development initiatives, supporting employee wellbeing and engagement activities, producing HR reports and contributing to continuous improvement projects across the business. In addition, you will provide general administrative support to the management team and attend management meetings where required.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a generalist HR role and will be CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards it). You will have a strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across the business. You will be highly organised, dependable, and able to manage confidential information with discretion.
The salary on offer for this role is £35,000 - £45,000 per annum plus benefits package.
Please note, candidates looking for reduced hours will also be considered, with flexibility for candidates seeking around 25+ hours per week.