HR Advisor

Pilgrim’s Shared Services Ltd; Grantham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an HR Advisor, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing HR operations and supporting employee engagement. This full-time position offers the opportunity to implement HR policies, advise on employee relations, and contribute to a positive workplace culture. With a commitment to innovation and quality, you'll be part of a team dedicated to enhancing the employee experience. If you're passionate about HR and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR advisory roles with a focus on employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and advise on Employee Relations cases.
• Implement HR policies and support employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Organizational and administrative skills

Proven experience as an HR Advisor

Ability to advise and collaborate with senior staff

Experience with HR systems

Knowledge of employment legislation

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Driven, practical, and logical problem-solver

CIPD qualification (or working towards)

Experience in manufacturing and/or food industry

Education

CIPD qualification

Job description

Job Vacancy: HR Advisor (Full Time, Contract Type)

This is a full-time contract vacancy that will close in 13 days at 23:59 BST.

About the Role

The HR Advisor is a credible and proactive member of the HR team, supporting the HR Business Partner by managing day-to-day HR operations. The role involves delivering an effective and efficient generalist HR advisory service, aligned with best practices, company objectives, and legal requirements.

The HR Advisor will play a crucial role in implementing HR policies and procedures aligned with the overall people and business strategy. Responsibilities include advising on Employee Relations cases, wellbeing reviews, and Employee Engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities and Measures of Success

• Employee Relations
• Managing Employee Database
• Absence Management
• Maintaining Ethical and Pillar Book
• Occupational Health
• Learning and Development
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
• Resource Planning
• Recruitment and Onboarding
• Communication and Leadership
• Employee Engagement

Additional Duties

• Participate in HR projects and provide feedback for improvements.
• Attend HR meetings, conferences, development activities, and travel to other sites as required.
• Support operational business partners in achieving business objectives.
• Handle HR administrative requests via the ticket system, adhering to SLAs.
• Provide professional advice to support change initiatives.
• Demonstrate financial awareness in actions and decisions.
• Support employee experience and staff engagement initiatives.
• Monitor site absence rates, retention, turnover, and agency usage within targets.

Skills & Knowledge

• Organizational and administrative skills
• Proven experience as an HR Advisor or similar role
• Ability to advise and collaborate with senior staff
• Experience with HR systems
• Knowledge of employment legislation
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Driven, practical, and logical problem-solver
• Appropriate CIPD qualification (or working towards)
• Experience in manufacturing and/or food industry

About the Company

Pilgrim’s Europe produces iconic brands such as Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse, and Moy Park, along with a diverse range of own-label products including fresh pork, lamb, and chicken, working with major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio includes chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value, and food service products. With 20,000 dedicated employees, we are committed to producing high-quality, innovative food enjoyed by millions across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.