HR Advisor, based Leeds (West Yorkshire)

Farnell Global; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme (company contributions

Medical cash plan

Vision care plan

Life assurance

Cycle to Work

Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Learning & development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Farnell, an Avnet company, is seeking an HR Advisor to join the HR Service Centre in Leeds. This full-time, hybrid role supports managers and employees UK-wide, Ireland, and Nordics, delivering high-quality HR advice and handling employee relations cases.

You’ll work from the Leeds head office 3 days per week, participate in people-focused projects, and collaborate across the global organisation to improve HR processes and ways of working.

Qualifications

• Experience managing employee relations cases from start to resolution.
• Solid knowledge of UK employment law and company policies.
• Independent worker with sound judgement and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice to managers and HR Business Partners on ER matters.
• Support organisational and policy improvement initiatives within HR.
• Coach managers through ER activities to achieve compliant outcomes.
• Manage ER cases including investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances and absences.
• Advise employees and managers on HR policies and best practices.
• Maintain accurate case management records and documentation.
• Collaborate with broader HR team on projects and process improvements.
• Travel occasionally within the UK as required.

Skills

Employee relations

UK employment law

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPD qualification

HR qualification

Tools

HR case management systems

Job description

Farnell

Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

HR Advisor

Are you passionate about employee relations and providing practical HR support that makes a difference? We're looking for a HR Advisor to join our collaborative HR Service Centre team at Farnell & Avnet.

Location

Leeds, UK (Hybrid)

Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Based from our Head Office in Leeds, this hybrid role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of HR activities, supporting managers and employees across the UK, Ireland, and Nordics. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality HR advice, managing employee relations cases, and contributing to a variety of people-focused projects and initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving people challenges, and is looking to broaden their HR experience within a global organisation.

Please note: this is a hybrid role and you will be expected to work from the Leeds office 3 days per week. Occasional travel to other company locations may be required.

What You Can Expect From Us

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional holiday
• Competitive pension scheme with company contributions matched up to 8%
• Company-funded Simply Health medical cash plan
• Vision care plan
• Life assurance
• Reward Hub, providing discounts and offers from major retailers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Mentoring, learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Free onsite parking

You’ll Also Benefit From

• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• Open and approachable leadership
• Opportunities to develop your HR career and gain experience across multiple HR disciplines
• Exposure to a diverse range of employee relations and project work within a global business

What will you be doing?

As An HR Advisor, You Will

• Provide professional advice and guidance to managers and HR Business Partners on a wide range of employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with company policies and employment legislation
• Support organisational, people, policy, and process improvement initiatives across the HR function
• Coach and guide managers through employee relations activities, helping them achieve positive and compliant outcomes
• Manage employee relations cases including investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances, performance concerns, and absence issues
• Advise employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case management records and documentation
• Support HR projects and business initiatives, collaborating with colleagues across the wider HR team
• Assist with the development and continuous improvement of HR processes and ways of working
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business
• Travel occasionally within the UK as required

What we're looking for?

• Good knowledge of UK employment law, particularly within employee relations
• Experience of managing employee relations cases from initial consultation through to resolution
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgement and discretion
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• A proactive and customer-focused approach
• Experience using HR or case management systems would be advantageous
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent HR experience) would be advantageous

Why Farnell?

At Farnell, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer the opportunity to work within a well-established global organisation where you'll be supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow your career while making a genuine impact on the employee experience.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.