HR Advisor

Sewell Moorhouse Recruitment; Halifax; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Halifax seeks an experienced HR Advisor for a 3-month fixed-term contract. This role focuses on managing Employee Relations cases and improving workplace processes through strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a CIPD Level 5 qualification and have a background in HR within manufacturing. With a proactive approach to problem-solving, you will collaborate on engagement initiatives and provide training for managers. This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements and is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in HR within manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Proven ability to manage difficult Employee Relations cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve a set number of ER cases each month.
• Implement strategies to reduce ER escalations through early intervention.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Employee Relations management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Equivalent experience in HR or People Advisory roles

Job description

Sewell Wallis is currently supporting a well-established Halifax-based organisation that is looking for an HR Advisor to join their team on a 3-month fixed-term contract (FTC). The successful candidate should be experienced and able to start immediately.

The ideal HR Advisor will have operations or manufacturing experience and be capable of managing difficult Employee Relations (ER) cases and stakeholder relationships.

What will you be doing?

• Manage and resolve a set number of ER cases each month within company and legal timeframes.
• Implement strategies to reduce ER escalations through early intervention and coaching managers.
• Provide training and development for managers.
• Lead or support annual projects aimed at improving ER processes, policies, or documentation, with measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate on at least two engagement or culture initiatives annually, based on employee survey insights.

What skills are we looking for?

• CIPD Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience in HR or People Advisory roles.
• Experience in HR within manufacturing or industrial settings, with a focus on Employee Relations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to workplace issues.

What's on offer?

• Free on-site parking.
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options.

Please submit your CV below or contact Rebecca Gibson for further information.

To apply, send your CV with the reference and specify the website where you found this listing. Due to high application volumes, if you haven't heard within seven days, your application was not successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment agency with extensive experience in accounting, finance, HR, and business support roles, offering permanent, temporary, and interim placements. We cover South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, and Manchester from our offices in Sheffield and Leeds. Visit our website for more opportunities.