HR Advisor (Hybrid)

Questech Recruitment Ltd; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a skilled HR Advisor to join their team in the UK. In this role, you will provide expert advice and support on HR and payroll matters, assist with recruitment processes, and ensure compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will have proven HR experience, strong knowledge of HR practices, and must possess their own transport for site visits. This position offers a hybrid working model with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Referral programme

Work from home

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Advisor, HR Assistant, or similar role.
• Drive and have your own transport due to site locations.
• Desirable: Experience working with ISO standards or similar compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment activities including job postings, interviews, and the recruitment selection process.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment processes.
• Process and manage the monthly payrolls accurately and on time.
• Ensure company policies are up to date and compliant with laws.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters.

Skills

Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Proficient in HR/payroll software and MS Office Suite

Experience with processing/managing payroll

Ability to advise on HR policies and procedures

Experience with audits and compliance

Education

Membership of a Professional HR body (CIPD Level 5 or equivalent)

Job description

Our client is a well‑established and successful manufacturer, they are looking for a skilled and experienced HR Advisor to join their team. Your role will be to give expert advice and support to both employees and management on a range of HR and payroll related matters.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements

• You drive and have your own transport (due to site locations)
• Proven experience as an HR Advisor, HR Assistant, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Proficient in HR/payroll software and MS Office Suite.
• Previous experience with processing/managing payroll.
• Membership of a Professional HR body (CIPD Level 5 or equivalent) - Desirable.
• Experience working with ISO standards or similar compliance frameworks - Desirable.

Salary and Benefits

Location: Working from home, and Hybrid between 2 sites (near Barnsley and Burton on Trent).

Salary: £30,000

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week, daytime hours, flexible start and finish times.

Company pension / Cycle to work scheme / Health & wellbeing programme / Life insurance / On‑site parking / Referral programme / Work from home

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment activities including job postings, interviews, and the recruitment selection process.
• Ensure new employees are effectively onboarded.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment processes.
• Ensure employee records are maintained and accurate through the HRIS system.
• Process and manage the monthly payrolls accurately and on time.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
• Ensure company policies are up to date and in compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Advise on HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are effectively communicated to employees.
• Provide support in audits, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports related to employee turnover, absence, and other key metrics.
• Monitor HR trends and provide data‑driven recommendations to improve organisational efficiency.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters such as investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Act as a liaison between employees and management to address workplace issues and concerns.
• Offer advice on employee rights, contracts, and company policies.
• Support managers in implementing performance management processes, including annual goal setting, performance reviews and feedback.
• Advise on performance improvement plans (PIPs) and help address performance‑related issues.
• Identify employee development needs and recommend suitable training programs.
• Assist in the development and delivery of internal training sessions to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
• Assist in administering compensation and benefits programs, ensuring employees have access to accurate and relevant information.
• Provide advice on pay structures, salary benchmarking, and benefits packages.
• Promote employee well‑being programs and encourage a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Offer support in managing workplace health and safety, ensuring compliance with legal health standards.

Previous Experience

• HR Generalist
• HR Support
• Human Resources Coordinator
• HR Adviser
• HR Assistance
• Human Resources Assistant
• similar