HR Advisor - Employee Relations

Tate; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Hemel Hempstead seeks an HR professional to support employee relations and provide comprehensive HR services. The role involves acting as the first point of contact for HR queries, advising on employee relations cases, and supporting various HR initiatives. A successful candidate will have strong employee relations experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a collaborative team and contribute to a respected organization known for its commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth and development

Supportive team environment

Engagement in varied HR activities

Qualifications

• Proven employee relations experience and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across all levels.
• Administrative experience in a HR role.

Responsibilities

• Act as first contact for HR and employee relations queries.
• Support managers with employee relations and performance issues.
• Analyse HR data for reporting to senior management.
• Engage in employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Employee Relations expertise

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

Based at the Hemel Hempstead site (home to around 470 employees), you will be part of a small, collaborative HR team providing comprehensive HR support to managers and employees. The wider business employs over 1,500 people across four UK sites, and you will play a key role in supporting the success of the Hemel Hempstead operation.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for day‑to‑day HR and employee relations queries
• Providing confidential advice and guidance in line with company policy and current legislation
• Supporting managers with employee relations cases, absence management, and performance issues
• Collating and analysing HR data for reporting to the HR Manager and senior management team
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the employee experience

Day to day duties would include

• Actively representing the HR team at local site meetings e.g. management meetings, employee forums, health and safety and trade union meetings, ensuring any HR actions are completed in a time efficient manner.
• Supporting the HR Manager with the implementation of all Employee Engagement Survey action plans with the site management team.
• Supporting managers with key initiatives to improve employee well‑being and employee engagement.
• Engaging in promoting and "living" the company values and care culture.
• Organising and assisting with the delivery of training and development activities including management training, employee site inductions and on‑boarding.
• Supporting the HR Manager with various training and development programmes, e.g. ER trainings and other initiatives.
• Taking ownership and responsibility for the case management of all Employment Relations, ensuring all associated actions are logged on the associated trackers and documentation is retained on employee files.
• Providing expert advice on ER issues and coaching managers in appropriate actions to take – in line with current Employment Legalisation's and company policies and procedures.
• Giving guidance and support to managers and employees on ER cases, ensuring issues and addressed promptly and efficiently.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and labour laws during all stages of the employee lifecycle, especially in sensitive ER matters.
• Co‑ordinating and assisting with recruitment and selection activities e.g. interviews and assessment centres.
• Assisting site managers with absence case management.
• Plus, many other ad‑hoc duties.

About You

You will be a confident HR professional with proven employee relations experience, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem solving. You will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a globally recognised brand known for excellence, innovation, and people development
• Work alongside talented professionals in a supportive and collaborative HR team
• Gain exposure to a wide range of HR activities and projects, with opportunities for growth and development
• Make a meaningful contribution to a thriving and respected organisation.

Person Specification

• Strong Employee Relations experience at all levels and process driven, with a genuine desire to excel in this area.
• CIPD qualified or part CIPD qualified would be advantageous or an equivalent level of experience.
• Previous HR administrative experience or administrative experience obtained in a similar role is essential.
• Experience of providing HR advice and guidance in line with company policies, procedures and legislation would be advantageous.
• Previous exposure to working in a unionised environment would be ideal.
• Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Equal Opportunities Notice

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.