HR Advisor

The Compleat Food Group; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic food company is seeking an HR Advisor to provide comprehensive HR support across multiple sites. The role includes managing employee relations, coordinating HR projects, and handling HR data reporting. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and be confident in data analysis. This position offers a hybrid working environment, 33 days annual leave, and various employee benefits, fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Employee Volunteering Days

Discount schemes

Well-being support groups

Charity initiatives

24/7 Access to Grocery Aid

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work with discretion and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR administrative support.
• Support managers with employee relations cases.
• Collect and analyse HR data for decision-making.
• Organise meetings and track HR projects.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Confident in handling and analysing data

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Ability to manage and prioritise workload

Job description

Overview

HR Advisor - Central

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good - great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Location: Any UK Location / Hybrid working. May be required to travel to any of our manufacturing sites as part of the role.

Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Fridays 08:30-16:00

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000

Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Purpose:

To provide comprehensive administrative, analytical and advisory support across the HR function, ensuring effective delivery of the employee lifecycle, HR projects, data reporting, compliance activities, and general HR support.

To support the Reward & Benefits team with ongoing coordination and administration benefits for all colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Central HR Support
• Support managers with employee relations cases including absence management, family friendly processes, welfare, probationary and performance management.
• Assist with delivering employee engagement and employee voice initiatives.
• Support onboarding of central new starters.
• Support the coordination of central employee forum meetings and actions.

• HR Data & Reporting
• Collect and analyse HR data to support business and HR decision-making.
• Maintain and update HR dashboards and trackers to monitor key metrics and performance indicators.
• Collaborate with HRIS to ensure data accuracy, integrity and systems improvements.

• HR Meeting & Projects
• Organise meetings, capture actions and chase completion.
• Support the tracking and coordination of HR projects.
• Prepare presentations, dashboards, and status updates for key stakeholders.

• Reward & Benefits Management
• Support data management and data collection for reward and benefits processes such as salary sacrifice.
• Manage process of reward and benefit schemes invitations for colleagues during relevant application windows.

• General HR Administration
• Create and maintain central tracking spreadsheets.
• Update starter, leaver, and employee change details.
• Support central absence, time and attendance administration.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Strong administrative and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident in handling and analysing data.
• Able to work with discretion and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to manage and prioritise a varied workload across different sites and teams.

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well-being and community support groups
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.