Hr Advisor

KAT Recruitment; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

KAT Recruitment is recruiting an HR Advisor for a leading Food Manufacturing client based at their Head Office in Barnstaple. The role covers payroll, recruitment, employee relations, training and HR projects across UK sites, with 35 hours per week (8-4 or 9-5).

Salary £32k-£37k depending on experience. The role requires UK employment legislation knowledge and at least 2 years payroll experience, with CIPD desirable.

Qualifications

• 2+ years payroll experience in HR role.
• Good knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Excellent Excel and admin skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Able to handle confidential information professionally.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support managers with employee relations and HR queries.
• Advise on HR policies and terms of employment.
• Maintain employee records, HR databases, and Time & Attendance.
• Assist payroll activities and ensure timely submissions.
• Support recruitment, including job descriptions and interviews.
• Organise staff training and development.
• Produce HR reports and data for audits.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment laws and company policies.
• Support HR projects and employee engagement.

Skills

Payroll experience

UK employment law

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organisation skills

CIPD qualification

Can-do attitude

Education

CIPD qualification desirable

Tools

Time & Attendance system

HR databases

Job description

Do you like working in fast paced environments? My client within the Food Manufacturing industry are currently going through some growth through acquisitions. They are looking to recruit an HR Advisor to support them across their UK sites based at their Head Office in Barnstaple. My client is will to allow candidates to work either 8-4 or 9-5, 35 hours per week. Salary £32k-37k dependant on experience.

About the Role

This is a varied HR role supporting employees and managers across the Group. You'll help keep their HR processes running smoothly while supporting recruitment, payroll, employee relations, training and HR projects. You'll also have the opportunity to help improve our processes and employee experience as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities - To include but not limited to

• Supporting managers with employee relations, attendance and general HR queries.
• Providing advice on HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• Maintaining accurate employee records, HR databases and the Time & Attendance system.
• Supporting payroll activities and ensuring information is accurate and submitted on time.
• Supporting recruitment, including job descriptions, interviews and candidate administration.
• Organising and supporting staff training and development.
• Producing regular HR reports and providing accurate HR data for management and audits.
• Ensuring HR processes comply with UK employment legislation and company policies.
• Supporting HR projects, employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Providing HR support across different areas of the Group and covering for the HR team when required.
• Identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and the employee experience.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a similar HR role, including at least 2 years' payroll experience.
• Good knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent Excel and administration skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload.
• A positive "can-do" attitude and ability to work well under pressure.
• Flexible approach and willingness to support different areas of the business.
• CIPD qualification or working towards one is desirable