HR Advisor

Zimmer Biomet; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet is seeking an HR Advisor to advise leaders on employment law, compensation, and employee relations. This role involves leading cross-country HR projects, ensuring compliance, and coaching HR teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related fields along with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in HR generalist or advisor role.
• Proven experience advising on HR policies and employee relations.
• Fluency in English required, proficiency in local language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employment law and HR compliance.
• Lead cross-country HR projects and talent management initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations for leadership.

Skills

Customer Focus

Strong Communication

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Coaching

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources management, labor relations, business administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

HCM system

Ticketing system

Job description

Valued Team member: We are glad you are exploring new opportunities within Zimmer Biomet!

What You Can Expect

The HR advisor advises leadership on employment law, compensation & benefits, and employee relations while leading cross-country HR projects. Standardizes policies, partners with leaders to align HR
initiatives with business goals, and serves as an escalation point for complex HR cases. Drives compliance, governance, and HR decision-making across the region.

How You'll Create Impact

• Stay up to date with changes in employment law and advise the organisation on necessary
adjustments
• Lead cross-country HR projects, partnering with leaders to align initiatives with business needs.
• Prepare reports, presentations, business communications, and data summaries as needed.
• Provide advice on compensation and benefits (C&B), including retention bonuses, and collaborate
with finance for budget alignment.
• Advise leaders on employment relations, policies, terms of employment, and compliance with labor
laws.
• Serve as a liaison for the Works Council, supporting negotiations and updates to the Employee
Handbook in collaboration with HRBP/HR Director.
• Address complex employee inquiries related to benefits, retirement, and compensation.
• Oversee HR projects, ensuring effective communication, meeting facilitation, progress tracking,
and reporting.
• Coach and mentor HR teams and business leaders on HR processes and best practices.
• Support HRBPs with talent management initiatives as needed.
• Advise on long-term sickness and accident-related absences, ensuring compliance with legal and
company policies.
• Act as the primary contact for audit-related HR inquiries.
• Act as actions under the HR Shared Services Specialist and HR Shared Services Support role if
required.

Your Background

Education

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, labor relations, business administration or
related field plus 3 to 5 years' experience in HR generalist or advisor role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional experience

• 3 to 5 years of HR experience, including advisory, business partnering, or specialist HR roles.
• Proven experience advising managers on HR policies, employee relations, and workforce planning.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law, social security, and personal income tax for the assigned
country/client group, with familiarity in EU data privacy regulations.
• Knowledge of multi-country employment laws and regulations is an advantage.
• Experienced in applying HR principles, theories, and best practices to support business and
employee needs.
• Hands-on experience in leading or supporting change management and organizational
development projects to drive business transformation.
Technical expertise
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ticketing system will be an asset
• Experience with HCM system

Languages:

• Fluency in English (both spoken and written) and proficiency in the local language of the country
you will support are required.
• Additional language skills are a plus.

What Makes You Stand Out

Personal skills requirements

• Customer Focus; Builds strong partnerships with leaders, ensuring HR strategies align with
business and employee needs to enhance engagement and performance.
• Strong Communication & Influencing Skills; Engages effectively with employees and leaders.
• Adaptability & Problem-Solving; Navigates ambiguity and finds creative solutions.
• High Integrity & Confidentiality; Trusted to manage sensitive information responsibly.
• Self-Learning & Adaptability; Proactively seeks new knowledge, stays updated with HR trends, and
quickly adjusts to evolving technologies, processes, and challenges.
• Process Improvement Mindset; Enhances HR practices for better outcomes.
• Coaching & Mentoring; Supports managers in handling HR-related challenges.
• Change Management Expertise; Guides teams through organizational transformation.

Travel Expectations

Up to 20%

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom