HR Advisor

Hunter Savage; Antrim; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in County Antrim is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to support comprehensive HR functions across the employee lifecycle. This hands-on, permanent role offers an attractive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development. The successful candidate will manage recruitment, employee relations, and ensure compliance with employment legislation in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Flexi time

Enhanced maternity and paternity

Discounted gym membership

Company sick pay

Holiday purchase scheme

Free car parking

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ generalist HR experience is required.
• Desirable experience in production/construction/manufacturing fields.
• Ability to work under pressure with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Manage employee relations including grievances and absence management.
• Assist with training and development plans.

Skills

Employee relations

Recruitment

Training development

Current employment legislation

HR best practices

Interpersonal skills

Education

CIPD graduate membership

Job description

HR Advisor (Excellent salary & benefits)

Due to continued growth and reputation for excellence, our market leading specialist manufacturing Client in the County Antrim area, are keen to recruit an experienced HR Advisor/Officer.

This is a hands on, permanent HR role and an exciting time to join the business.

Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Advisor will provide comprehensive HR support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with legislation. The role offers an excellent opportunity to make a real impact while supporting the development of HR policies, training, employee relations, and more.

Top Things to Know About This Job:

• Award winning, employer with a reputation for excellence – people centric values
• Competitive salary, benefits offering and development opportunities
• Broad HR responsibilities covering recruitment, employee relations, training, and performance management

The Role:

• Oversee the recruitment and onboarding process, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.
• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary investigations, grievances, absence management, and welfare.
• Assist in creating and delivering a training and development plan to support apprenticeships, graduate training, and more.
• Conduct exit interviews and manage the leaver process.
• Coordinate employee appraisals and performance tracking.
• Provide HR guidance to employees and managers on terms, conditions, and HR issues.
• Contribute to the development of HR policies and procedures.
• Benchmark compensation packages and track labour market trends.
• Ensure confidentiality in all HR-related activities.

The Person:

• A minimum of 3 years’ generalist HR experience.

• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, and training development.
• Strong knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and an organised, proactive approach.
• CIPD graduate membership is preferred.
• Previous experience in production/construction/manufacturing, or related fields is desirable.

The Rewards:

• Attractive salary & benefits
• Full time hours with flexi time (Mon-Thurs 8.30-5.30 and Fri 8.30-3)
• Early finish on Fridays
• Health cash plan
• Attractive pension and annual leave allowance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity
• Discounted gym membership
• Company sick pay
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Busy team environment, supportive and collaborative
• Successful, expanding organisation with an excellent reputation
• Free car parking
• Excellent training
• Opportunities for career development and progression.

Next Steps:

For further information or to apply for this HR Advisor role, please contact Stephanie Mulholland. Visit our website for a full list of HR opportunities.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of response.