HR Advisor

Owen Daniels; Canwick; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Lincoln is seeking an HR Advisor for a permanent role. This position focuses on supporting employee relations, ensuring compliance with legislation, and coaching managers. The ideal candidate will have proven HR advisory experience and a strong knowledge of employment law. The job offers great benefits, including 25 days of holiday, and the opportunity to contribute to organizational objectives.

Benefits

25 days plus bank holidays

Pension matched up to 10%

3x annual salary life assurance

Profit related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex employee relations cases.
• Strong communication and influencing skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary and grievance cases.
• Coach line managers on handling employee relations issues.
• Support the development of HR policies and processes.

Skills

Proven experience in an HR Advisory role

Strong working knowledge of employment law

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle sensitive matters

Education

CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)

Job description

Our client are a leading manufacturer of precision parts for the aerospace and power generation industries. They are looking to add a HR Advisor to their team on a permanent basis. This would be a great fit for a meticulous individual who enjoys variety in their day to day.

HR Advisor

• 12-month FTC
• Lincoln
• Aerospace & power generation industries
• Training and development opportunities

HR Advisor - Employee Relations

To provide expert advice and hands‑on support across all aspects of employee relations. The role will focus on managing cases such as disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance improvement, and workplace conflict, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations Case Management

• Manage a varied caseload of employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence, and wellbeing cases.
• Provide practical, commercially balanced advice to managers on employee issues and best practice approaches.
• Lead and support investigations, including conducting fact‑finding meetings and producing written reports.
• Chair or support formal meetings such as disciplinary and grievance hearings when required.

Policy & Compliance

• Ensure company policies are applied fairly and consistently in line with employment legislation and internal procedures.
• Support the development, review and implementation of HR policies and processes.
• Monitor trends in employee relations cases and recommend improvements to reduce risk and improve outcomes.

Manager Coaching & Support

• Coach and upskill line managers on handling employee relations issues confidently and effectively.
• Provide guidance on difficult conversations, performance management, and conflict resolution.

Employee Engagement & Wellbeing

• Support initiatives to improve employee experience, engagement and wellbeing.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees seeking guidance on workplace concerns.

HR Projects & Collaboration

• Contribute to wider HR projects and change initiatives.
• Work closely with HR Business Partners and other stakeholders to support organisational objectives.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in an HR Advisory or Employee Relations-focused role.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and ER best practice.
• Experience managing complex ER cases from start to finish.
• Excellent communication, listening and influencing skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.

Desirable

• CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) or working towards.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced or unionised environment.

Benefits

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension matched up to 10%
• 3x annual salary life assurance
• Profit related bonus scheme

Working Hours

• Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 16:15
• Friday 08:00 - 15:15

Due to regulations within the supply chain candidates must hold a NATO county passport and the right to work in the UK.