HR Advisor

Astute People; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Bury is seeking an HR Advisor to join their team. The role offers a salary range of £30,000 to £40,000 plus a bonus scheme of 20-40% based on performance. Key responsibilities include providing HR policy guidance, managing employee relations, supporting recruitment, and contributing to HR projects. Candidates should have proven HR experience and knowledge of UK employment law. This role promotes an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

20 days' annual leave rising to 25 after 2 years

20-40% bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar HR Advisor or HR Officer role required.
• Ability to handle sensitive HR information confidentially.
• Strong attention to detail is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee employee relations matters.
• Support recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Assist in HR projects like engagement surveys.
• Maintain HR records and ensure compliance.

Skills

Proven HR experience

Strong knowledge of UK employment law

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Astute is partnering with a world leader within sealing solutions for cable and pipe transits to recruit a HR Advisor for their Bury office.

The HR Advisor role comes with a salary between 30,000-40,000 as well as a 20-40% bonus paid quarterly based on company performance. If you're a HR Advisor and are looking to work for a growing organisation in Bury then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice, guidance, and coaching to managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Oversee and manage employee relations matters (including grievances, disciplinaries, absence management, and performance issues) through to resolution.
• Support end-to-end recruitment activities, including drafting job descriptions, shortlisting candidates, conducting interviews, and facilitating onboarding.
• Contribute to HR projects such as employee engagement surveys, wellbeing programmes, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR records while ensuring compliance with GDPR and all relevant legislation.
• Support learning and development initiatives by identifying training needs and coordinating development activities.
• Monitor changes in employment law, advising on implications and updating policies as required.
• Work closely with payroll to ensure accurate employee data and timely processing.
• Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related queries, escalating complex issues when necessary.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven HR experience, ideally within a similar HR Advisor or HR Officer role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations cases independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Salary and Benefits

• 20 days' annual leave rising to 25 after 2 years
• 20-40% bonus scheme

INDNUC

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.