HR Advisor

Centric Talent; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy is seeking an HR Advisor to provide administrative support at their Waltham Abbey site. The role includes managing HR-related queries, aiding recruitment, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. Ideal candidates should have HR experience, especially in logistics, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary of circa £35,000 and benefits, including annual holiday increase and pension contributions.

Benefits

Holidays – 23 days rising to 25 after 3 years

Employer pension contribution – 3%

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for HR-related queries.
• Support management through administrative duties.
• Administer HR documentation, such as contracts.
• Ensure HR database is accurate and compliant.
• Assist in recruitment and liaise with agencies.
• Maintain employee records in HR system.
• Manage Time & Attendance system.
• Handle onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Manage absences and holidays documentation.
• Assist in employee relations matters.
• Support various HR projects and implementations.
• Help develop HR policies and procedures.
• Process timesheets timely.
• Assist in payroll compliance.
• Support compliance with UK legislation.
• Assist Operations Manager with investigations.
• Ensure first aiders & fire marshalls coverage.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to plan and organise work effectively

Good knowledge of MS Excel & Word

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Proactive and self-starter

Knowledge of HR systems

Experience in HR role in warehousing or distribution

Education

Proven HR experience in a fast-paced environment

Strong English verbal and written skills

Strong numeracy skills

Job description

Job Title: HR Advisor

Location: Waltham Abbey

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday

Salary: Circa £35,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience

Main Purpose of the Role

The HR Advisor will provide administrative support for our client’s Waltham Abbey site, which incorporates their warehouse, logistics, QA and supply chain functions.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Being the first point of contact for all HR-related queries
• Supporting management through day-to-day administrative duties
• Administering HR-related documentation, such as contracts of employment
• Ensuring the relevant HR database is up to date, accurate and complies with legislation
• Assisting in the recruitment process and liaising with recruitment agencies
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR system
• Managing Time & Attendance system
• Handling onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing necessary documentation and conducting inductions
• Managing absences, e.g., Return to Work forms and managing holidays
• Assisting in all employee relations matters such as disciplinary, grievances, pay and other duties as reasonably requested by manager
• Coordinating and supporting various HR projects, such as HR systems implementation, training programs, and performance management processes
• Assisting in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Ensuring timesheets are processed in a timely manner
• Assisting in payroll and ensuring monthly invoices are checked and ready for processing
• Assisting in compliance on UK legislation and areas highlighted by the HSE and trade federation
• Supporting the Operations Manager with investigations as required for accidents/investigations
• Ensuring adequate cover for first aiders & fire marshalls across all departments

Skills, Knowledge and Personal Attributes

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to plan and organise work effectively and efficiently and have a strong attention to detail
• Good knowledge of MS Excel & Word
• Experienced and confident, with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team
• Proactive, self-starter with a practical and logical approach
• Knowledge of HR systems will be desirable but not essential as training will be provided
• Experience working in an HR related role ideally in warehousing or distribution

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience within a fast paced environment, preferably working in a logistics, warehousing or industrial environment
• Strong English verbal and written skills essential
• Strong numeracy skills essential for this position

Benefits

• Holidays – 23 days rising to 25 after 3 complete years’ service
• Employer pension contribution – 3% contribution

If you feel you have the relevant experience then we’d love to hear from you, apply today!