HR Advisor

Jobs4; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Free onsite parking

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Job summary

Jobs4 in Canterbury, Kent, is looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join a manufacturing business on a full-time, permanent basis. The role is office-based with 1 day per week hybrid working and offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum.

You will provide day-to-day HR advice, support employee relations and recruitment, implement HR policies, manage payroll-related tasks, and help with workforce planning and reporting. A CIPD qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a HR Advisor or Senior HR Administration role.
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law.
• Experience managing employee relations cases.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• CIPD qualified or studying towards CIPD would be advantageous.
• Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering or similar environment would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers and employees.
• Support employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance matters.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and induction processes.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented consistently across the business.
• Support managers with employee development and workforce planning.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist with payroll-related administration and employee changes.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Produce and analyse HR reports and management information.
• Keep up to date with employment legislation and HR best practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Prior HR experience

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Education

CIPD qualified or studying (advantage)

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

HR Advisor

Location: Canterbury, Kent

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Sector: Manufacturing

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Pattern: Office Based with 1 Day per Week Hybrid Working

An established manufacturing business in Canterbury is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a people-focused HR professional who enjoys working closely with managers, providing practical HR support, and contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers and employees
• Support employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance matters
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and induction processes
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented consistently across the business
• Support managers with employee development and workforce planning
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
• Assist with payroll-related administration and employee changes
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Produce and analyse HR reports and management information
• Keep up to date with employment legislation and HR best practice

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a HR Advisor or Senior HR Administration role
• Good working knowledge of UK employment law
• Experience managing employee relations cases
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems
• CIPD qualified or studying towards CIPD would be advantageous
• Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering or a similar environment would be beneficial

Benefits

• Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working with 1 day per week from home
• Company pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Recruitment Process

A straightforward one-stage face-to-face interview process with the Director and senior leadership team.