HR Advisor (Stand-alone) - #2075091

Your New Role

As the HR Advisor, you'll be the go-to HR professional, providing hands-on, end-to-end generalist support in a role that provides clear visibility and ownership. You will partner with operational leaders, coach managers, and ensure consistent, compliant HR practice in a fast-moving, high volume environment.

Occasional travel.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Employee Life cycle Management - starters, leavers, contractual changes, onboarding and documentation.
• ER Casework Management - full ownership of low-level to complex cases, including fact-finding, supporting meetings, drafting outcome letters and coaching managers.
• Absence management - applying robust triggers, supporting managers with return-to-work processes and proactive interventions.
• Policy Guidance - ensuring consistent application of HR policies and best practice.
• Manager Capability - upskilling and coaching line managers to handle people matters confidently.
• HR Data Management.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Proven experience as a stand-alone HR Advisor or Generalist in a fast-paced environment
• Strong ER capability, with confidence managing cases end-to-end
• Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, or other high-volume operational sectors
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to influence and coach managers
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent organisational skills
• Willingness to travel between sites where required.

What you need to do now
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