HR Advisor

D R Newitt; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking an HR Advisor to provide first-line HR and Employee Relations support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be a CIPD Level 3 qualified HR generalist with experience in managing employee relations cases. Responsibilities include advising on HR policies, supporting recruitment processes, and maintaining HR administration. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role, which offers a competitive salary of £35-45k based on experience.

Qualifications

• HR generalist with strong knowledge of current employment legislation.
• CIPD Level 3 (minimum) qualification.
• Experience managing employee relations cases in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR/ER queries.
• Support and coach managers in handling employee relations cases.
• Attend and minute formal and informal meetings.
• Manage HR administration across the employee lifecycle.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and partner with managers.

Skills

Knowledge of current employment legislation

Strong communication skills

HR systems and IT tools proficiency

Coaching abilities

Detail-oriented and analytical

Education

CIPD Level 3

Tools

HR systems

Job description

Overview

Title: HR Advisor; Location: West Yorkshire; Salary: £35-45k (DOE); Industry: Manufacturing; Experience required: CIPD Level 3+

Role Purpose

Provide first-line HR and Employee Relations (ER) support across a fast-paced manufacturing environment, acting as a key contact for managers and employees. Deliver consistent, compliant and proactive HR guidance while supporting engagement, recruitment, absence, and employee lifecycle processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR/ER queries, providing advice on policies, procedures, terms and conditions, performance, conduct, and capability issues.
• Support and coach managers in handling ER cases, including grievances, investigations, disciplinaries, absence management, and return-to-work processes.
• Attend and minute formal and informal meetings, ensuring accurate documentation and legal compliance.
• Manage HR administration across the employee lifecycle (recruitment, onboarding, contracts, leavers, job changes, restructures).
• Maintain and update HR systems, personnel files, case management records, and produce reports as required.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and partner with managers on job design, assessment, and onboarding.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, including communications, feedback channels, and recognition programmes.
• Prepare payroll documentation where required and ensure accuracy of employee data.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues on policy updates, organisational change, and continuous improvement projects.
• Build strong working relationships across all levels, supporting effective communication and promoting good HR practice.

Candidate Profile

• HR generalist with strong knowledge of current employment legislation.
• CIPD Level 3 (minimum).
• Proven experience managing ER cases in FMCG/food/drinks, manufacturing environments or similar fast-paced environments.
• Highly organised, detail-focused, analytical, and confident using HR systems and IT tools.
• Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills; able to work face-to-face across multiple sites where required.
• Resilient, proactive, and able to prioritise competing demands in a dynamic environment.
• Confidential, professional, and committed to continuous improvement in HR practice.