HR Advisor

Humdinger; Quarrington; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement: 25 days + bank

Pension plan: 4% employer / 5%Employee

Life assurance x4 salary

Salary sacrifice schemes

Healthcare cash plan via paycare

CIPD Membership fees

Job summary

Humdinger Heckington is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to support managers and colleagues at our Heckington site, helping run the employee lifecycle and foster a positive people culture. This hands-on role sits at the heart of our manufacturing site and requires practical, pragmatic HR partnership with operations.

You will manage employee relations cases, support recruitment and onboarding, deliver engagement initiatives, and collaborate with the wider HR team to drive compliant,

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a HR Advisor/generalist role.
• Experience supporting organisational change initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER.
• Site-based HR partner with operational leaders to provide hands-on support.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Manage employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle activities.
• Deliver employee engagement initiatives, wellbeing activities and communication programmes.
• Maintain HR systems, employee records and reporting data.
• Support organisational change, restructures and HR projects.
• Assist with training, talent development and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies and ethical standards.

Skills

HR generalist

Employee relations

UK employment law

Stakeholder management

Coaching & mentoring

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Tools

HRIS / HR systems

Reporting & analytics

Job description

Overview

HR AdvisorHumdinger Heckington - Station Road, Heckington, Sleaford, Lincolnshire NG34 9JH

Are you an experienced HR Advisor looking for a role where you can make a real difference within a well-established food manufacturing site? Join Humdinger Heckington and play a key role in supporting our people and culture.

We're looking for a HR Advisor to join our HR team, supporting managers and colleagues across our Heckington site, which produces a variety of nut and fruit snacking products for many of the UK's leading retailers. This is a hands‑on, varied role where you'll be involved in all aspects of the employee lifecycle while building strong relationships across the business.You could be supporting an employee relations case, coaching a manager through a people challenge, helping new starters settle into the business, supporting engagement initiatives, or working with site leaders to enhance the employee experience.

As the dedicated HR presence on site, you'll work closely with managers and employees across all areas of the business, while partnering with the wider Group HR team for support and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, values building strong working relationships, and wants to make a visible impact within a manufacturing environment.

Position Type: Permanent, Full TimeHours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:30 (37.5 hours per week)Key Benefits: Salary of £36,500, Healthcare Cash Plan, CIPD membership cover

Closing Date: Friday 30th October 2026

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice and support to managers and employees.
• Manage employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievances, absence and performance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle activities.
• Deliver employee engagement initiatives, wellbeing activities and communication programmes.
• Maintain HR systems, employee records and reporting data.
• Support organisational change, restructures and HR projects.
• Assist with training, talent development and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a HR Advisor/ generalist HR role within food manufacturing, fast-paced operational environment, or FMCG.
• Experience supporting organisational change initiatives.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, employee relations and HR best practice, with the confidence to manage complex and sensitive cases independently.
• Experience working in a site-based HR role, partnering closely with operational leaders to provide visible, hands‑on HR support and pragmatic solutions.
• Demonstrable ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with stakeholders at all levels, including working effectively with demanding or resistant managers.
• Strong relationship‑building and coaching skills, with the ability to gain buy‑in, navigate conflicting priorities and drive positive outcomes.
• Experience managing multiple projects and delivering against competing priorities in a changing business environment.
• Resilient, adaptable and confident working in ambiguity, with a proactive approach to problem solving and decision making.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to balance operational HR activity alongside strategic change and project work.
• CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience), with a commitment to continuous professional development.

Rewards Benefits

• 25 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (33 days in total)
• 4% employer and 5 % employee pension plan
• Life assurance plan x4 basic salary
• Various salary sacrifice schemes including pension payments, cycle to work and electric car (subject to meeting minimum criteria)
• Healthcare cash plan via paycare (Dental, Optical, Chiropody, Professional Therapy, Counselling) with a value over £400 each year
• CIPD Membership fees covered by Humdinger, as well as support with your ongoing development and HR skills and knowledge.

About Us

At Humdinger, we transform coco, nuts, seeds, fruit, and pulses into delectable snacks and chocolates for both our in‑house label and renowned branded ranges. With a robust and continually growing portfolio, we've earned compliments for our commitment to quality and continuous product innovation. You might have enjoyed our products before, perhaps without even realising it! The Heckington site employs around 150 people and produces a range of nut and fruit snacking products and has a strong focus on teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement.

Situated in Heckington (Sleaford), Sherburn in Elmet and Bromborough, we are an integral part of the Zertus UK & Ireland Snacking & Chocolate Market Unit, collaborating with other esteemed food manufacturers nationwide. Join us on a flavourful journey where innovation, quality, and a passion for snacking come together. Our talented teams have created a growing portfolio of our own famous brands including NOMO, Sun Valley Nuts, Kinnerton Kids, The Fruit Factory, Yum & Yay, Humzingers, as well as collaborations with Bailey's, Guinness and Budweiser!

Application & Interview Process

Humdinger is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please let us know if you require any special arrangements or adjustments to be made for your interview by speaking with the Talent Acquisition team at application stage.

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