HR Admin/Advisor

Brook Street; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

On-site in Motherwell

Job summary

Brook Street in Motherwell is seeking an experienced HR Administrator/HR Advisor for a long‑term temporary assignment. This on‑site role offers a full‑time schedule (37.5 hours per week) with immediate start and a contract running through to March 2027.

The role requires a strong generalist HR background, ability to handle high volumes of enquiries, and experience with employee relations. A driving licence is beneficial due to possible travel.

Qualifications

• Generalist HR experience is essential.
• Experience handling employee relations cases (grievances & disciplinaries).
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high volume of generalist HR queries from employees and managers.
• Provide administrative and advisory support across HR activities.
• Support grievance and disciplinary processes, including arranging meetings and documentation.
• Triaged and assessed HR cases before escalation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and systems.
• Assist with employee lifecycle activities and HR administration.
• Collaborate with managers and HR team to provide a responsive service.
• Driving licence is beneficial; travel may be required.

Skills

Generalist HR

Employee relations

HR administration

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Stakeholder management

Organisation & attention to detail

Communication

Job description

HR Administrator / HR Advisor (Temporary)

Motherwell (On-Site)

Immediate Start Available

Temporary Contract until March 2027

Competitive Hourly Rate (Dependent on Location & Experience)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HR Administrator / HR Advisor to join a busy HR team on a long-term temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong generalist HR background who is available at short notice and looking to make an immediate impact.

Working as part of a fast-paced HR function, you will be responsible for managing a high volume of employee relations and general HR enquiries, providing first-line support and guidance across a range of HR matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a high volume of generalist HR queries from employees and managers
• Providing administrative and advisory support across a broad range of HR activities
• Supporting grievance and disciplinary processes, including arranging meetings, preparing documentation and maintaining accurate records
• Conducting initial triage and assessment of HR cases before escalation where required
• Ensuring HR records and systems are maintained accurately and confidentially
• Assisting with employee lifecycle activities and HR administration
• Working closely with managers and the wider HR team to provide a responsive and professional service
• Travel may be required in this role so driving licence would be beneficial.
• Full time - Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week.

About You

• Previous experience within a generalist HR role is essential
• Confident dealing with a high volume of HR-related enquiries
• Experience supporting employee relations cases, including grievances and disciplinary matters
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems

CIPD qualification is not required, however applicants must have demonstrable HR generalist experience.

What's on Offer?

• Immediate start
• Long-term temporary contract through to March 2027
• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and professional HR team
• Full-time, on-site role based in Motherwell

Due to the urgent nature of this requirement, candidates who are immediately available or have a notice period of less than two weeks will be particularly well suited.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.